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How to get fromTirupathi to Chidambaramby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Tirupathi to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Tirupati to Chidambaramtrain train 16779 / ...
    7h 22m
    ₹320–1,907

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennaibus bus redbusIndia_Electric A/C Seater
    2. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
    9h 32m

  3. Drive  283.2 km

    1. Drive from Tirupathi to Chidambaramcar car 283.2 km
    4h 29m
    ₹2,747–3,968

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Tirupathi to Chidambaramtaxi taxi 283.2 km
    4h 29m
    ₹4,200–5,500

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  • Distance: 352 km
  • Duration: 7h 22m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tirupati to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 7h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tirupathi to Chidambaram via Tirupati and Chennai in around 9h 32m.

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