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

The cheapest way to get from Tirupathi to Chennai is to bus via Chennai Madhavaram which costs ₹270 - ₹550 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tirupathi to Chennai is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,200.

Is there a direct bus between Tirupathi and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Tirupathi to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Tirupati and arriving at Chennai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Tirupathi and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from Tirupathi to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Renigunta Jn and arriving at Perambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Tirupathi to Chennai?

The distance between Tirupathi and Chennai is 143 km. The road distance is 132.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tirupathi to Chennai without a car is to train via Renigunta Jn which takes 2h 11m and costs ₹430 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Tirupathi to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tirupathi to Chennai bus from?

Tirupathi to Chennai bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Tirupati station.

Where do I catch the Tirupathi to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Tirupathi to Chennai?

The best way to get from Tirupathi to Chennai is to train via Renigunta Jn which takes 2h 11m and costs ₹430 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Tirupathi to Chennai bus arrive?

Tirupathi to Chennai bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Tirupathi to Chennai train arrive?

Tirupathi to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Tirupathi to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tirupathi to Chennai is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Tirupathi to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1066+ hotels available in Chennai.

Tirupathi to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Tirupathi to Chennai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Renigunta Jn
best
1. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain 12163 / ...
2h 11m
₹431–1,532
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tirupati to Peramburtrain 16054 / ...
2h 41m
₹240–1,407
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
3h 13m
Drive 132.9 km
1. Drive from Tirupathi to Chennaicar 132.9 km
2h 1m
₹1,487–2,148
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tirupathi to Chennaitaxi 132.9 km
2h 1m
₹3,000–3,600
Bus via Chennai Madhavaram
1. Take the bus from Tirupathi to Chennai Madhavarambus
2. Take the bus from Madhavaram Rountana to Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapambus 121A
5h 21m
₹278–507

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Distance: 143.3 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Renigunta Jn to Perambur every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, Hans Travels operates a bus from Tirupati to Chennai twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 10m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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