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Trip Overview

The average train between Contai and Chennai takes 38h 46m and the fastest train takes 33h 24m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Contai to Chennai. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

38h 46m
Duration
1,677 km
Distance
₹2,973
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Contai to Chennai train times

Trains run twice a week between Contai and Chennai. The service departs Contai at 5:36 PM in the evening, which arrives into Chennai at 03:00:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 38h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways33h 24m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways44h 9m • 1 change

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  • Distance: 1,677.5 km
  • Duration: 38h 46m

What companies run services between Contai, India and Chennai, India?

You can take a train from Kanthi P H to Perambur via Jaleswar in around 27h 13m.

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