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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station

Composite routes from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station

Cheapest
23 h 32 min
Car
1639 km.
from $90
Other
6 h 58 min
Train, Plane
1355 km.
from $133.57

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$190.56
Plane from Durgapur Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$203.27

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.58–$215.97

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Shalimar to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
25h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.53–$266.79
Train from Howrah Jn to Barddhaman
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.91–$15.25
Train from Barddhaman to Durgapur
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$10.67

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station is to train which costs $8.15 - $228.26 and takes 25h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Chennai Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shalimar and arriving at Chennai Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 40m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station?

The distance between Kolkata and Chennai Central Station is 1419 km. The road distance is 1641.6 km.

How do I travel from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station without a car is to train which takes 25h 40m and costs $8.15 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Chennai Central Station train from?

Kolkata to Chennai Central Station train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Shalimar station.

Train or fly from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.15 - $228.26 and takes 25h 40m.

Where does the Kolkata to Chennai Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Chennai Central Station is 1642 km. It takes approximately 23h 26m to drive from Kolkata to Chennai Central Station.

Where can I stay near Chennai Central Station?

There are 901+ hotels available in Chennai Central Station. Prices start at $21.22 per night.
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