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How to get fromWalajapet to Chidambaramby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Walajapet to Chidambaram by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Chidambaramtrain train 16779 / ...
    6h 53m
    ₹599–2,753

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Arcot to Chennaibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
    2. Take the bus from Chennai to Chidambarambus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
    8h 21m

  3. Drive  202.1 km

    1. Drive from Walajapet to Chidambaramcar car 202.1 km
    3h 12m
    ₹1,969–2,844

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Walajapet to Chidambaramtaxi taxi 202.1 km
    3h 12m
    ₹5,000–6,000

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  • Distance: 276.7 km
  • Duration: 6h 53m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Katpadi Jn to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Walajapet to Chidambaram via Arcot and Chennai in around 8h 21m.

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