What is the cheapest way to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram?

The cheapest way to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram is to bus and train which costs ₹300 - ₹2,600 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram?

The fastest way to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Sholinganallur and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Chennai - Sholinganallur and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Sholinganallur and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Tambaram and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram?

The distance between Sholinganallur and Chidambaram is 237 km. The road distance is 189.8 km.

How do I travel from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram without a car?

The best way to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,100.

How long does it take to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sholinganallur to Chidambaram bus from?

Sholinganallur to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Ratham, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Sholinganallur to Chidambaram train from?

Sholinganallur to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Sholinganallur to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Sholinganallur to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Ratham, arrive at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Sholinganallur to Chidambaram train arrive?

Sholinganallur to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Can I drive from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Sholinganallur to Chidambaram is 190 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Sholinganallur to Chidambaram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sholinganallur to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
4h 26m
₹674–2,083
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aavin to Guindy TVK Estatebus 119
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
6h 46m
₹307–2,520
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 48m
Drive 189.8 km
1. Drive from Sholinganallur to Chidambaramcar 189.8 km
3h 15m
₹2,134–3,082
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sholinganallur to Chidambaramtaxi 189.8 km
3h 15m
₹4,200–5,500

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Distance: 236.8 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Sholinganallur, India and Chidambaram, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, Ratham operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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