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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kolkata to Chennai Port

Composite routes from Kolkata to Chennai Port

Cheapest
23 h 34 min
Car
1641 km.
from $90
Other
6 h 50 min
Train, Plane
1355 km.
from $133.67

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 Port?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Port?

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Port is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Chennai Port?

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 Port?

The distance between Kolkata and Chennai Port is 1420 km. The road distance is 1643.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Port 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 Port?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Kolkata to Chennai Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Chennai Port train from?

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

Train or fly from Kolkata to Chennai Port?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai Port is to fly which takes 4h 50m 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 Port train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to Chennai Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Chennai Port is 1644 km. It takes approximately 23h 28m to drive from Kolkata to Chennai Port.

Where can I stay near Chennai Port?

There are 891+ hotels available in Chennai Port. Prices start at $21.22 per night.
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