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Kolkata to Chennai

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23 h 32 min
1637 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Kolkata to Chennai

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By car (1 637 km)
23 h 32 min
1637 km.
from $90
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Rideshare
23 h 32 min
1637 km.
from $21.35
Train, Plane
6 h 50 min
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
Train from Andul to Perambur
Ave. Duration:
25h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.89–$266.79
Train from Howrah Jn to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
27h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.53–$266.79

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Chennai?

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?

The distance between Kolkata and Chennai is 1420 km. The road distance is 1640 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai 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?

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

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Chennai train from?

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

Train or fly from Kolkata to Chennai?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Chennai 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 train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Chennai is 1640 km. It takes approximately 23h 25m to drive from Kolkata to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

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