What is the cheapest way to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela?

The cheapest way to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹4,800 and takes 27h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela?

The fastest way to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela is to fly and train which takes 8h and costs ₹10,000 - ₹29,000.

Is there a direct bus between Tamil Nādu and Rourkela?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Rourkela via Bhubaneswar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Tamil Nādu and Rourkela?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Rourkela. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27h 37m.

How far is it from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela?

The distance between Tamil Nādu and Rourkela is 1205 km. The road distance is 1426 km.

How do I travel from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela without a car?

The best way to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela without a car is to train via Chennai Egmore which takes 25h 50m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,900.

How long does it take to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela?

It takes approximately 8h to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamil Nādu to Rourkela bus from?

Tamil Nādu to Rourkela bus services, operated by MRM Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Tamil Nādu to Rourkela train from?

Tamil Nādu to Rourkela train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train, bus or fly from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela?

The best way to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela is to train via Chennai Egmore which takes 25h 50m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 33h 30m, you could also fly, which costs ₹7,000 - ₹20,000 and takes 13h 39m.

Where does the Tamil Nādu to Rourkela bus arrive?

Tamil Nādu to Rourkela bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Bhubaneswar station.

Where does the Tamil Nādu to Rourkela train arrive?

Tamil Nādu to Rourkela train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Rourkela station.

Can I drive from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamil Nādu to Rourkela is 1426 km. It takes approximately 21h 19m to drive from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela?

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Where can I stay near Rourkela?

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Tamil Nādu to Rourkela - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Tamil Nādu to Rourkela by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Chennai International Airport to Veer Surendra Sai Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG)plane MAA - JRG
2. Take the train from Jharsuguda Jn to Rourkelatrain
8h
₹10,476–28,505
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Rourkelatrain 13352
27h 37m
₹600–4,800
Train via Chennai Egmore
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Rourkelatrain 12375
25h 50m
₹619–4,823
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Bhubaneswarbus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bhubaneswar to Rourkelabus redbusIndia_Leyland A/C Seater/Sleeper Pushback
33h 30m
Drive 1,426 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Rourkelacar 1,426 km
21h 19m
₹13,818–19,960
Fly Coimbatore International Airport to Veer Surendra Sai Airport, train
1. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG)plane CJB - JRG
2. Take the train from Jharsuguda Jn to Rourkelatrain
8h 42m
₹11,486–30,581
Fly Chennai International Airport to Rourkela Airport
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Rourkela Airport (RRK)plane MAA - RRK
13h 39m
₹7,456–19,545
Fly Chennai International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane MAA - IXR
2. Take the train from Hatia to Rourkelatrain
9h 4m
₹10,196–17,345
Train, bus to Kempegowda International Airport, fly to Veer Surendra Sai Airport
1. Take the train from Vellore Cant to Krishnarajapurmtrain
2. Take the bus from KR Pura station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
3. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG)plane BLR - JRG
4. Take the train from Jharsuguda Jn to Rourkelatrain
11h 5m
₹9,200–27,184
Fly Chennai International Airport to Mana Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Mana Airport (RPR)plane MAA - RPR
2. Take the train from Raipur Jn to Rourkelatrain
10h 54m
₹7,286–19,645

Tamil Nādu to Rourkela by subway and train

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Distance: 1,205 km
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Tamil Nādu, India and Rourkela, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Rourkela once a week. Tickets cost ₹600–4,800 and the journey takes 24h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai to Rourkela via Bhubaneswar in around 33h 30m.

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