What is the cheapest way to get from Tenkasi to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Tenkasi to Chennai is to train which costs ₹350 - ₹2,700 and takes 10h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tenkasi to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Tenkasi to Chennai is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 42m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Tenkasi and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Tenkasi and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tenkasi Jn and arriving at Chennai Egmore. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 52m.

How far is it from Tenkasi to Chennai?

The distance between Tenkasi and Chennai is 737 km. The road distance is 616.4 km.

How do I travel from Tenkasi to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Tenkasi to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 10h 52m and costs ₹350 - ₹2,700.

How long does it take to get from Tenkasi to Chennai?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Tenkasi to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tenkasi to Chennai bus from?

Tenkasi to Chennai bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, depart from Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Tenkasi to Chennai train from?

Tenkasi to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tenkasi Jn station.

Train or bus from Tenkasi to Chennai?

The best way to get from Tenkasi to Chennai is to train which takes 10h 52m and costs ₹350 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 11h 22m.

Where does the Tenkasi to Chennai bus arrive?

Tenkasi to Chennai bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Tenkasi to Chennai train arrive?

Tenkasi to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Tenkasi to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tenkasi to Chennai is 616 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Tenkasi to Chennai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tenkasi to Chennai?

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Tenkasi to Chennai - 8 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Tenkasi to Chennai by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi to Trivandrum, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Tenkasi to Trivandrum (TRV)taxi
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3h 42m
₹8,688–14,183
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tenkasi Jn to Chennai Egmoretrain 12662
10h 52m
₹350–2,700
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
11h 22m
Drive 616.4 km
1. Drive from Tenkasi to Chennaicar 616.4 km
9h 13m
₹6,964–10,059
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tenkasi to Chennaitaxi 616.4 km
9h 13m
₹13,000–17,000
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Tenkasi to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
4h 24m
₹9,177–12,351
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Tenkasi Jn to Maniyachchi Jntrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
5h 21m
₹8,073–18,241
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
11h 45m

Tenkasi to Chennai by train

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10h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 736.8 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Tenkasi, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Tenkasi Jn to Chennai Egmore once daily. Tickets cost ₹350–2,700 and the journey takes 10h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 11h 22m.

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