What is the cheapest way to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 27h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai is to ferry and fly and subway which takes 6h 8m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Shalimar Point and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Shalimar Point to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Khidirpore More and arriving at Chennai via Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Shalimar Point and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shalimar and arriving at Perambur. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 27h 15m.

How far is it from Shalimar Point to Chennai?

The distance between Shalimar Point and Chennai is 1437 km. The road distance is 1626.4 km.

How do I travel from Shalimar Point to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 27h 15m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shalimar Point to Chennai bus from?

Shalimar Point to Chennai bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, depart from Kolkata station.

Where do I catch the Shalimar Point to Chennai train from?

Shalimar Point to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Shalimar station.

Train or bus from Shalimar Point to Chennai?

The best way to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai is to train which takes 27h 15m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹4,500 and takes 34h 6m.

Where does the Shalimar Point to Chennai bus arrive?

Shalimar Point to Chennai bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Shalimar Point to Chennai train arrive?

Shalimar Point to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Shalimar Point to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Shalimar Point to Chennai is 1626 km. It takes approximately 24h 1m to drive from Shalimar Point to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Chennai.

Shalimar Point to Chennai - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Shalimar Point to Chennai by ferry, plane, subway, train, bus, or car

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Ferry, fly, subway
best
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCU - MAA
3. Take the subway from Airport to Cmbtsubway
6h 8m
₹6,161–13,228
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shalimar to Peramburtrain 22642
27h 15m
₹700–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
34h 6m
₹1,125–4,425
Drive 1,626.4 km
1. Drive from Shalimar Point to Chennaicar 1,626.4 km
24h 1m
₹18,206–26,297
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Howrah to Reniguntabus redbusIndia_A/C Seater/Sleeper / ...
2. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain 12163 / ...
34h 36m
₹1,466–8,955

Shalimar Point to Chennai by train

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27h 15mAverage Duration

₹700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,436.6 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Shalimar Point, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Shalimar to Perambur twice a week. Tickets cost ₹700–5,500 and the journey takes 27h 15m. Alternatively, Tranzking Travels operates a bus from Kolkata to Chennai once daily, and the journey takes 32h 45m. Zingbus also services this route once daily.

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