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

The cheapest way to get from Urapakkam to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Urapakkam to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Urapakkam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Urapakkam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Urappakkam and arriving at Chidambaram via Puducherry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Urapakkam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Urapakkam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Urappakkam and arriving at Chidambaram via Chengalpattu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Urapakkam to Chidambaram?

The distance between Urapakkam and Chidambaram is 204 km. The road distance is 186.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Urapakkam to Chidambaram without a car is to bus via Puducherry which takes 5h 3m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Urapakkam to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Urapakkam to Chidambaram bus from?

Urapakkam to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Urappakkam station.

Where do I catch the Urapakkam to Chidambaram train from?

Urapakkam to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chengalpattu station.

Train or bus from Urapakkam to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Urapakkam to Chidambaram is to bus via Puducherry which takes 5h 3m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Urapakkam to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Urapakkam to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Where does the Urapakkam to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Urapakkam to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Urapakkam to Chidambaram is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Urapakkam to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Urapakkam to Chidambaram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus via Puducherry
best
1. Take the bus from Urappakkam to Pondicherrybus
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
5h 3m
₹961–3,385
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengalpattu to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
5h 11m
₹285–2,284
Drive 186.2 km
1. Drive from Urapakkam to Chidambaramcar 186.2 km
2h 58m
₹2,099–3,032
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Urapakkam to Chidambaramtaxi 186.2 km
2h 58m
₹3,000–3,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 54m

Urapakkam to Chidambaram by train

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.1 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Urappakkam to Chidambaram via Pondicherry and Puducherry in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chengalpattu to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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