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Four ways to Travel from Chennai to Kanyakumari

Composite routes from Chennai to Kanyakumari

Cheapest
9 h 52 min
Car
692 km.
from $38
Other
4 h 40 min
Bus, Plane
630 km.
from $137.40
6 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
630 km.
from $64.47

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Tuticorin
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$305.71
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$152.85

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$152.85

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Egmore to Kanyakumari
Ave. Duration:
12h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.97–$121.01
Train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kanyakumari
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$14.01

Bus operators

SETC

Phone:
9513948001
Email:
Website:
tnstc.in/
Bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Kanyakumari
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$16.56

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kanyakumari is to bus which costs $7.61 - $14.13 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kanyakumari is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 40m and costs $86.96 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kanyakumari?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus and arriving at Kanyakumari. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kanyakumari?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Kanyakumari. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kanyakumari?

The distance between Chennai and Kanyakumari is 664 km. The road distance is 692 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kanyakumari without a car is to train which takes 12h 15m and costs $4.24 - $103.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Chennai to Kanyakumari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kanyakumari bus from?

Chennai to Kanyakumari bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kanyakumari train from?

Chennai to Kanyakumari train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Kanyakumari?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kanyakumari is to train which takes 12h 15m and costs $4.24 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.61 - $14.13 and takes 14h.

Where does the Chennai to Kanyakumari bus arrive?

Chennai to Kanyakumari bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Kanyakumari station.

Where does the Chennai to Kanyakumari train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kanyakumari?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kanyakumari is 692 km. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Chennai to Kanyakumari.

Where can I stay near Kanyakumari?

There are 102+ hotels available in Kanyakumari. Prices start at $10.17 per night.
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