What is the cheapest way to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram?

The cheapest way to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram?

The fastest way to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,400.

Is there a direct bus between T. Nagar and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from T. Nagar to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Panagal Park and arriving at Chidambaram via M.G.R. Koyambedu and Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between T. Nagar and Chidambaram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mambalam and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from T. Nagar to Chidambaram?

The distance between T. Nagar and Chidambaram is 237 km. The road distance is 209.6 km.

How do I travel from T. Nagar to Chidambaram without a car?

The best way to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500.

How long does it take to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram?

The train from Mambalam to Chidambaram takes 4h 11m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the T. Nagar to Chidambaram bus from?

T. Nagar to Chidambaram bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the T. Nagar to Chidambaram train from?

T. Nagar to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Mambalam station.

Train or bus from T. Nagar to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the T. Nagar to Chidambaram bus arrive?

T. Nagar to Chidambaram bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the T. Nagar to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from T. Nagar to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between T. Nagar to Chidambaram is 210 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from T. Nagar to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 66+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

T. Nagar to Chidambaram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from T. Nagar to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mambalam to Chidambaramtrain 16865
4h 11m
₹190–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
7h 3m
Drive 209.6 km
1. Drive from T. Nagar to Chidambaramcar 209.6 km
3h 36m
₹2,342–3,383
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from T. Nagar to Chidambaramtaxi 209.6 km
3h 36m
₹4,700–6,000
Train via Tambaram
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain 06017 / ...
4h 38m
₹293–2,371

T. Nagar to Chidambaram by train

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Distance: 237.3 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between T. Nagar, India and Chidambaram, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Mambalam to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Chidambaram hourly, and the journey takes 5h 20m. Three other operators also service this route.

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