Chennai to Kumbakonam

Chennai to Kumbakonam

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Chennai to Kumbakonam Schedule

Chennai to Kumbakonam Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sri Kumaran Travels AC Sleeper 05:45 - 12:10₹ 1,962
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 07:45 - 13:03₹ 413
Mrm Travels AC Seater 08:35 - 16:00₹ 1,790
Ayush Tours AC Sleeper 10:55 - 17:30₹ 1,731
Sri Kumaran Travels AC Sleeper 13:25 - 20:20₹ 2,309
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 14:00 - 19:15₹ 1,025
Metrolink Tours and Travels Non-AC Seater 17:00 - 01:30₹ 807
Sri Krishna Travels Non-AC Seater 19:45 - 02:50₹ 751
Vetri Travels AC Sleeper 21:00 - 03:30₹ 2,424
Swarna Bhumi Express Non-AC Seater 22:00 - 05:25₹ 1,154

Transportation from Chennai to Kumbakonam

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Kumbakonam

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport5h 18m
Earliest Departure7:45 AM
Latest Departure11:10 PM
Departures per day22
Distance265 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAalia Travels, Apple Bus, Aron Transports, Aski Ar Transport, Deltaking Travels, Grand Style Travels, Indian Railways, Pr Travels, Rathimeena Travels A, Rathimeena Travels C, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Tranz king travels, VIVIN Travels, YBM Travels

How to get from Chennai to Kumbakonam

When you want to get from Chennai to Kumbakonam, 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 Train. 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 21.36. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 5.53.

How far is Chennai from Kumbakonam?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Kumbakonam. Your trip will be a total of 165 miles (265 km). The flying distance is 165 miles (265 km).

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

The travel time from Chennai to Kumbakonam can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 8 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Kumbakonam varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Aski Ar Transport: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 5.53 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 21.36.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.96 to USD 22.93;
  • Bus tickets - USD 5.54 to USD 21.36;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 10:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:10. There are 22 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Kumbakonam 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 Kumbakonam

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

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.