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

The cheapest way to get from Vellankanni to Chennai is to bus via Nagore which costs ₹700 - ₹2,200 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vellankanni to Chennai is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 14m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,200.

Is there a direct bus between Vellankanni and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Vellankanni and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from Vellankanni to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Vellankanni and arriving at Chennai Park via Nagappattinam and Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Vellankanni to Chennai?

The distance between Vellankanni and Chennai is 325 km. The road distance is 310.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Vellankanni to Chennai without a car is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 14m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Vellankanni to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vellankanni to Chennai bus from?

Vellankanni to Chennai bus services, operated by Olive Travels Lines, depart from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Vellankanni to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Vellankanni to Chennai?

The best way to get from Vellankanni to Chennai is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 14m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹440 - ₹3,500 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Vellankanni to Chennai bus arrive?

Vellankanni to Chennai bus services, operated by Olive Travels Lines, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Vellankanni to Chennai train arrive?

Vellankanni to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Vellankanni to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Vellankanni to Chennai is 311 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Vellankanni to Chennai.

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

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Vellankanni to Chennai - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus via Nagore
best
1. Take the bus from Nagore to Guindy Industrial Estatebus
4h 14m
₹715–2,132
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nagappattinam to Tambaramtrain 16176 / ...
8h 15m
₹440–3,450
Drive 310.9 km
1. Drive from Vellankanni to Chennaicar 310.9 km
4h 55m
₹3,497–5,051
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vellankanni to Chennaitaxi 310.9 km
4h 55m
₹6,500–8,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Manjattidaltrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRZ - MAA
6h 30m
₹6,265–9,687
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Velankanni, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
7h 52m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 1m

Vellankanni to Chennai by train

8Weekly Trains

8h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.6 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

SETC operates a bus from Nagore to Guindy Industrial Estate hourly. Tickets cost ₹240–800 and the journey takes 3h 29m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Nagappattinam to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 8m.

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