Sri Lanka to Chennai

Sri Lanka to Chennai

Sri Lanka
Chennai
Mon, May 20
One Way
NaN Passengers

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Sri Lanka to Chennai Schedule

Sri Lanka to Chennai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Srilankan Airlines Economy #UL12500:45 - 02:10LKR 46,238
IndiGo Economy 03:30 - 13:35LKR 70,273
Srilankan Airlines Economy #UL12107:25 - 08:50LKR 49,404
Hahn Air Technologies Economy #X147409:00 - 10:20LKR 66,074
Hahn Air Technologies Economy #X147411:45 - 13:00LKR 63,569
IndiGo Economy 13:50 - 09:15LKR 77,560
IndiGo Economy 14:20 - 22:30LKR 61,163
Air India Economy #AI27417:05 - 18:30LKR 50,822
Parveen Travels Non-AC Seater 18:00 - 05:25LKR 3,600
Orange Tours AC Sleeper 20:00 - 06:30LKR 6,241

Transportation from Sri Lanka to Chennai

Facts about the transport from Sri Lanka to Chennai

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure3:30 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day10
Distance646 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Hahn Air Technologies, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Parveen Travels, Srilankan Airlines, YBM Travels

How to get from Sri Lanka to Chennai

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

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 Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 256.88. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 120.81.

How far is Sri Lanka from Chennai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sri Lanka to Chennai. Your trip will be a total of 402 miles (646 km). The flying distance is 661 miles (1063 km).

How long does it take to get from Sri Lanka to Chennai?

The travel time from Sri Lanka to Chennai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 13 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sri Lanka to Chennai?

The cost of the trip from Sri Lanka to Chennai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Srilankan Airlines: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 120.81 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 256.88.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 9.63 to USD 41.21;
  • Bus tickets - USD 16.17 to USD 25.51;
  • Plane tickets - USD 120.81 to USD 256.88;

How many trips per day are there between Sri Lanka and Chennai?

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

  • Flights from Sri Lanka to Chennai depart during the day - there are approximately 10 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Sri Lanka to Chennai. 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 120.81.

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 Sri Lanka to Chennai

Air India, Hahn Air Technologies, IndiGo, Srilankan Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Sri Lanka to Chennai 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 Sri Lanka to Chennai

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

  • 58% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 42% users took a plane.