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

The cheapest way to get from Thalikulam to Chidambaram is to train via Salem which costs ₹750 - ₹3,700 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thalikulam to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 7h 6m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹7,500.

Is there a direct bus between Thalikulam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Thalikulam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Thrissur, Kerala and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Thalikulam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Thalikulam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Thrisur and arriving at Chidambaram via Palakkad and Dindigul Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Thalikulam to Chidambaram?

The distance between Thalikulam and Chidambaram is 525 km. The road distance is 455.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Thalikulam to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 11h and costs ₹850 - ₹4,600.

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

It takes approximately 11h to get from Thalikulam to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thalikulam to Chidambaram bus from?

Thalikulam to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, depart from Thrissur, Kerala station.

Where do I catch the Thalikulam to Chidambaram train from?

Thalikulam to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thrisur station.

Train or bus from Thalikulam to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Thalikulam to Chidambaram is to train which takes 11h and costs ₹850 - ₹4,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 5m.

Where does the Thalikulam to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Thalikulam to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, arrive at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Thalikulam to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thalikulam to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Thalikulam to Chidambaram is 456 km. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Thalikulam to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Thalikulam to Chidambaram - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 10 ways to get from Thalikulam to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thrisur to Palakkadtrain
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Dindigul Jntrain
3. Take the train from Dindigul Jn to Chidambaramtrain
11h
₹877–4,557
Train via Salem
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thrisur to Salem Jntrain 12678 / ...
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Chidambaramtrain 16529
11h 53m
₹787–3,657
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus Thrissur, Kerala - Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
12h 5m
Drive 455.8 km
1. Drive from Thalikulam to Chidambaramcar 455.8 km
7h 6m
₹5,133–7,415
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thalikulam to Chidambaramtaxi 455.8 km
7h 6m
₹7,500–9,000
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Thalikulam to Cochin International Airport (COK)taxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
7h 30m
₹7,242–12,077
Bus via Palani
1. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Palani, Tamil Nadubus Thrissur, Kerala - Palani, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Palani, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
13h 46m
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly to Salem, train
1. Take the taxi from Thalikulam to Cochin International Airport (COK)taxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Salem (SXV)plane COK - SXV
3. Take the train from Salem Town to Chidambaramtrain
8h 32m
₹8,152–18,227
Bus to Coimbatore International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
10h 12m
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Thrisur to Parpanangaditrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
10h 42m
₹6,907–14,157

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

60Weekly Planes

1h 53mAverage Duration

₹5,332Cheapest Price

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Distance: 524.9 km
Duration: 11h

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

You can take a vehicle from Thalikulam to Chidambaram via Thrisur, Palakkad, and Dindigul Jn in around 11h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Thalikulam to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Thrissur, Kerala and Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu in around 12h 5m.

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