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

The cheapest way to get from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram is to bus which costs ₹300 - ₹950 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Swāmimalai and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Kumbakonam and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Swāmimalai and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Swamimalai and arriving at Chidambaram via Kumbakonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram?

The distance between Swāmimalai and Chidambaram is 84 km. The road distance is 73.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram without a car is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹300 - ₹950.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swāmimalai to Chidambaram bus from?

Swāmimalai to Chidambaram bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Kumbakonam station.

Where do I catch the Swāmimalai to Chidambaram train from?

Swāmimalai to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kumbakonam station.

Train or bus from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹300 - ₹950. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹230 - ₹2,000 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Swāmimalai to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Swāmimalai to Chidambaram bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Swāmimalai to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Swāmimalai to Chidambaram is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Swāmimalai to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 69+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam to Chidambarambus
2h 22m
₹308–943
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kumbakonam to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
3h 1m
₹239–1,941
Drive 73.9 km
1. Drive from Swāmimalai to Chidambaramcar 73.9 km
1h 5m
₹719–1,038
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swāmimalai to Chidambaramtaxi 73.9 km
1h 5m
₹1,500–1,800
Line 16812 train, line 16176 train
1. Take the train from Swamimalai to Mayiladuturai Jtrain 16812
2. Take the train from Mayiladuturai J to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
3h 8m
₹240–1,877

Swāmimalai to Chidambaram by train

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Distance: 84.2 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

SETC operates a bus from Kumbakonam to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹60–650 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kumbakonam to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹130–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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