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

The cheapest way to get from Tirupati to Chennai is to bus via Chennai Madhavaram which costs ₹180 - ₹390 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tirupati to Chennai is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,200.

Is there a direct bus between Tirupati and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tirupati and arriving at Chennai. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Tirupati and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tirupati and arriving at Perambur. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Tirupati to Chennai?

The distance between Tirupati and Chennai is 141 km. The road distance is 130.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tirupati to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ₹150 - ₹1,300.

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

The train from Tirupati to Perambur takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Tirupati to Chennai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tirupati to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Tirupati to Chennai?

The best way to get from Tirupati to Chennai is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ₹150 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Tirupati to Chennai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tirupati to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tirupati to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tirupati to Chennai is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Tirupati to Chennai.

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

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Where can I stay near Chennai?

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tirupati to Peramburtrain 16054 / ...
2h 38m
₹150–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
3h 10m
Drive 130.9 km
1. Drive from Tirupati to Chennaicar 130.9 km
1h 59m
₹1,469–2,122
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tirupati to Chennaitaxi 130.9 km
1h 59m
₹2,900–3,600
Train via Renigunta Jn
1. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain 12163 / ...
3h 18m
₹260–2,049
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 17m
₹181–389

Tirupati to Chennai by train

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Distance: 141.1 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tirupati to Perambur 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹150–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 38m. 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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