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

The cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs ₹4,400 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Thoothukudi and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Thoothukudi and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Tuticorin and arriving at Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram?

The distance between Thoothukudi and Chidambaram is 472 km. The road distance is 392.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 8h 55m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Chidambaram bus from?

Thoothukudi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, depart from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Chidambaram train from?

Thoothukudi to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tuticorin station.

Train or bus from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram is to train which takes 8h 55m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Thoothukudi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Thoothukudi to Chidambaram is 393 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Thoothukudi to Chidambaram - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Thoothukudi to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tuticorin to Tiruchchirapalitrain 12694
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain 09420 / ...
8h 55m
₹383–2,989
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
9h 50m
Drive 392.9 km
1. Drive from Thoothukudi to Chidambaramcar 392.9 km
5h 52m
₹4,420–6,384
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thoothukudi to Chidambaramtaxi 392.9 km
5h 52m
₹8,500–11,000
Fly Tuticorin Airport to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
7h 7m
₹7,846–19,019
Bus via Thanjavur
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus
10h 1m
Fly Tuticorin Airport to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TCR - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain
8h 43m
₹12,226–24,569
Taxi to Madurai, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Thoothukudi to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
8h 34m
₹8,884–14,518

Thoothukudi to Chidambaram by train

7Weekly Trains

8h 55mAverage Duration

₹383Cheapest Price

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Distance: 471.8 km
Duration: 8h 55m

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

You can take a train from Tuticorin to Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali in around 8h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 9h 50m.

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