Chennai to Chidambaram

Chennai to Chidambaram

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Chennai to Chidambaram Schedule

Chennai to Chidambaram Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Universal Travels AC Seater 05:30 - 10:40₹ 578
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 07:15 - 11:15₹ 960
Universal Travels Non-AC Seater 08:00 - 14:00₹ 497
Raja Travels AC Seater 10:00 - 15:55₹ 750
J J Yatra AC Seater 13:30 - 19:10₹ 1,150
Rathimeena Travels B AC Seater 15:00 - 20:50₹ 605
Rathimeena Travels B Non-AC Seater 17:00 - 22:15₹ 462
Alegria Holidays Non-AC Seater 19:45 - 04:00₹ 659
Thajudeen Yasmin Travels Non-AC Sleeper 21:15 - 00:50₹ 865
YBM Travels AC Sleeper 22:15 - 03:30₹ 1,028

Transportation from Chennai to Chidambaram

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Chidambaram

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day54
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAalia Travels, Alegria Holidays, Apple Bus, Aron Transports, Avs Travels, Ayisha Travels, Indian Railways, Kalaimakal Travelss, King Travels, National Travels CHN, New United Travels, Olive Travels Lines, Raja Travels, Rathimeena Travels A, Rathimeena Travels B, Reliance Travels, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Sooriyan Travels, Sri Vigneswara Tours Travels, Svt Travels, Thajudeen Yasmin Travels, Tippusultan Travels, Universal Bus ubs, Universal Travels, Vetri Travels, VPS Transport, YBM Travels

How to get from Chennai to Chidambaram

When you want to get from Chennai to Chidambaram, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 69.25. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 5.26.

How far is Chennai from Chidambaram?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Chidambaram. Your trip will be a total of 94 miles (150 km). The flying distance is 94 miles (150 km).

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

The travel time from Chennai to Chidambaram can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Chidambaram?

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Chidambaram varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Svt Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 5.26 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 69.25.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chennai to Chidambaram:

  • Train tickets - USD 4.71 to USD 20.86;
  • Bus tickets - USD 5.26 to USD 69.25;

How many trips per day are there between Chennai and Chidambaram?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 54 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Chidambaram is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chennai to Chidambaram

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Chidambaram? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 60% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 40% decided to go for a bus.