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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Bengaluru to Chennai

Cheapest
4 h 44 min
Car
331 km.
from $18

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Bengaluru to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$12.10

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Kempegowda International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$242.02

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Kempegowda International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.21–$216.54

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Ksr Bengaluru to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.18–$57.32

Bus operators

KSRTC

Phone:
080-26252625
Website:
ksrtc.in
Bus from Shanti Nagar to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
6h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.10–$14.01

Asian Xpress

Phone:
88071 29155
Email:
Website:
asianxpress.com/
Bus from Shanti Nagar to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
7h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$26.75

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Chennai is to bus which costs $4.35 - $22.83 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Chennai is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $31.52 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shanti Nagar and arriving at Chennai Koyambedu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ksr Bengaluru and arriving at Chennai Central. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Chennai?

The distance between Bengaluru and Chennai is 359 km. The road distance is 330.3 km.

How do I travel from Bengaluru to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs $2.72 - $48.91 .

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

The train from Ksr Bengaluru to Chennai Central takes 5h 55m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Chennai bus from?

Bengaluru to Chennai bus services, operated by KSRTC, depart from Shanti Nagar station.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Chennai train from?

Bengaluru to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ksr Bengaluru station.

Train, bus or fly from Bengaluru to Chennai?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Chennai is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs $2.72 - $48.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.35 - $22.83 and takes 6h 4m, you could also fly, which costs $31.52 - $119.57 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Chennai bus arrive?

Bengaluru to Chennai bus services, operated by KSRTC, arrive at Chennai Koyambedu station.

Where does the Bengaluru to Chennai train arrive?

Bengaluru to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.

Can I drive from Bengaluru to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to Chennai is 330 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Bengaluru to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 892+ hotels available in Chennai. Prices start at $21.22 per night.

Can I share a ride from Bengaluru to Chennai?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bengaluru and Chennai. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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