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

The cheapest way to get from Velachcheri to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹300 - ₹2,500 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velachcheri to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Velachcheri and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Velachcheri to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Dhandeeswaram and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Velachcheri and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Velachcheri to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Guindy and arriving at Chidambaram via Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Velachcheri to Chidambaram?

The distance between Velachcheri and Chidambaram is 249 km. The road distance is 203.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Velachcheri to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Velachcheri to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velachcheri to Chidambaram bus from?

Velachcheri to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Ratham, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Velachcheri to Chidambaram train from?

Velachcheri to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from Velachcheri to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Velachcheri to Chidambaram is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Velachcheri to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Velachcheri to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Ratham, arrive at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Velachcheri to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Velachcheri to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Velachcheri to Chidambaram is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Velachcheri to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 59+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Velachcheri to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
5h 52m
₹300–2,460
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 13m
Drive 203.3 km
1. Drive from Velachcheri to Chidambaramcar 203.3 km
3h 29m
₹2,286–3,302
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velachcheri to Chidambaramtaxi 203.3 km
3h 29m
₹4,500–5,500
Bus via Puducherry
1. Take the bus from Guindy to Puducherrybus
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
7h 58m
₹510–2,160

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Distance: 249.3 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Chidambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, Ratham operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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