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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹7,000 and takes 41h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Chidambaram is to fly and train which takes 7h 24m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Chidambaram via Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Chidambaram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 41h 5m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Chidambaram?

The distance between Varanasi and Chidambaram is 1666 km. The road distance is 1934.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 41h 5m and costs ₹900 - ₹7,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Varanasi to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Chidambaram bus from?

Varanasi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Travel Point World LLP, depart from Varanasi station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Chidambaram train from?

Varanasi to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi Jn station.

Train or bus from Varanasi to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Chidambaram is to train which takes 41h 5m and costs ₹900 - ₹7,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Bengaluru, which costs and takes 41h 37m.

Where does the Varanasi to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Varanasi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Travel Point World LLP, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Varanasi to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varanasi to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Chidambaram is 1934 km. It takes approximately 29h 53m to drive from Varanasi to Chidambaram.

How do I get a bus ticket from Varanasi to Chidambaram?

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Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

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Varanasi to Chidambaram - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane VNS - MAA
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
7h 24m
₹8,794–18,957
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Chidambaramtrain 16368
41h 5m
₹900–7,000
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
41h 37m
Drive 1,934.4 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Chidambaramcar 1,934.4 km
29h 53m
₹18,802–27,158
Fly to Pondicherry, bus
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane VNS - PNY
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
9h 41m
₹15,144–25,297
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane VNS - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain
9h 37m
₹12,174–20,507
Fly to Salem, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Salem (SXV)plane VNS - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Town to Villupuram Jntrain
3. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Chidambaramtrain
16h 14m
₹10,814–26,107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
46h 25m

Varanasi to Chidambaram by train

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Distance: 1,665.9 km
Duration: 7h 24m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Chidambaram once a week. Tickets cost ₹900–7,000 and the journey takes 41h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varanasi to Chidambaram via Bengaluru in around 41h 37m.

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