Chennai to Karnataka by train, bus, flight, taxi from INR 428

Chennai to Karnataka Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Train	Indian Railways	1A - AC First Class Sleeper	10:20	17:20	$17.64
Train	Indian Railways	2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper	10:20	17:20	$10.56
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	10:20	17:20	$7.73
Train	Indian Railways	3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper	10:20	17:20	$6.86
Train	Indian Railways	SL - Sleeper Class	10:20	17:20	$3.08
Train	Indian Railways	CC - AC Chair Class	13:35	20:21	$6.70
Train	Indian Railways	2S - Second Sitting Class	13:35	20:21	$1.99
Bus	Ravina Travels	AC Sleeper	14:30	05:25	$51.42
Bus	Vkv Travels	AC Sleeper	15:00	04:35	$27.89
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	15:00	02:43	$12.47
Train	Indian Railways	3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper	15:00	02:43	$11.16
Bus	Vkv Travels	AC Sleeper	15:00	03:55	$39.88
Train	Indian Railways	1A - AC First Class Sleeper	21:15	04:19	$17.09
Train	Indian Railways	2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper	21:15	04:19	$10.40
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	21:15	04:19	$7.51
Train	Indian Railways	SL - Sleeper Class	21:15	04:19	$2.86
Train	Indian Railways	SL - Sleeper Class	21:15	04:34	$2.86
Bus	Jayavin Travels	AC Seater	22:00	05:10	$22.29
Bus	National Travels	AC Sleeper	23:00	16:25	$49.14

How to get from Chennai to Karnataka

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

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 235.08. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 4.66.

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

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Karnataka varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Indian Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 4.66 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 235.08.

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

Train tickets - USD 4.66 to USD 26.29;
Bus tickets - USD 5.03 to USD 50.27;
Plane tickets - USD 17.58 to USD 51.39;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 156.20 to USD 235.09.

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

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

Buses start plying the route from 01:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 163 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 23 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chennai to Karnataka any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Karnataka. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 17.58.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chennai to Karnataka

Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Karnataka 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chennai to Karnataka. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 156.20.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

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 Karnataka

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Karnataka? 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:

67% users enjoyed a train ride.
18% decided to go for a bus.
11% decided to catch a taxi.
4% users took a plane.

Transportation from Chennai to Karnataka

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Karnataka

Cheapest Transport	$5
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	1:45 AM
Latest Departure	11:59 PM
Departures per day	191
Distance	771 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air India, Air India Express, Asian Xpress, Bharathi Travels, Cab Expresso, City Travels, Dhyan Tours and Travels, DLTBUS, Dream Line Travels, Gee Pee Travels, Green Line Holidays, GRS Travels, Highline Transports, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Intrcity Smartbus, Jabbar Travels, Jayavin Travels, Jts Tours, Kgn India, KMRL Kalaimakal, KMRL Kalaimakalsk, Krish Travels, Mettur Supers Mss , National Travels, National Travels NTA, NueGo, Olive Travels Lines, Orange Tours, Parveen Travels, RKK Travels, Royal Travels K, Shama Sardar Travels Hpm, Sharma Transports, Sps Travels, SPT Tours and Travels, Sri Krishna Travels, Sri Sugam Bus, Streamline, Swamy Ayyappa Travels, TravelODesk India, Ust Bus, Vetri Travels, Vgo Bus, VJS Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels, Yolo Bus

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