There are 5 ways to get from Chennai Beach to Padi by train, bus, taxi or car
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Recommended option
Line 43701 train • 28 min
Cheapest option
Line 15 bus • 42 min
3 alternative options
Line 40011 train, line 43003 train • 32 min
Taxi • 11 min
Drive • 11 min
Chennai Beach to Padi by train
The train journey time between Chennai Beach and Padi is around 28 min and covers a distance of around 14 km. Operated by Indian Railways, the Chennai Beach to Padi train service departs from Chennai Beach and arrives in Korattur. Typically 172 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Chennai Beach to Padi is to line 15 bus which costs ₹14 - ₹21 and takes 42 min.
The quickest way to get from Chennai Beach to Padi is to taxi which costs ₹390 - ₹470 and takes 11 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway and arriving at Anna Nagar West. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Beach and arriving at Korattur. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.
The distance between Chennai Beach and Padi is 11 km. The road distance is 12.7 km.
The best way to get from Chennai Beach to Padi without a car is to line 43701 train which takes 28 min and costs ₹85 - ₹550.
The line 43701 train from Chennai Beach to Korattur takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.
Chennai Beach to Padi bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Broadway station.
Chennai Beach to Padi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Beach station.
The best way to get from Chennai Beach to Padi is to line 43701 train which takes 28 min and costs ₹85 - ₹550. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus, which costs ₹14 - ₹21 and takes 42 min.

- Distance: 10.9 km
- Duration: 28 min
What companies run services between Chennai Beach, Tamil Nādu, India and Padi, India?
Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Beach to Korattur hourly. Tickets cost ₹85 - ₹550 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, MTC operates a bus from Broadway to Anna Nagar West every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹14 - ₹21 and the journey takes 30 min.

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Chennai Beach to Korattur
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ₹85 - ₹550
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹85 - ₹110
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹320 - ₹400
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹430 - ₹550
Train from Chennai Beach to Chennai Park
- Ave. Duration
- 4 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- ₹80 - ₹550
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹80 - ₹110
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹310 - ₹390
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹420 - ₹550
Train from M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal to Korattur
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- ₹85 - ₹550
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹85 - ₹110
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹320 - ₹400
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹430 - ₹550

- Phone
- +91 9445030516, 044 23455888
- mtc.chtwo@gems.vsnl.net.in
- Website
- mtcbus.tn.gov.in
Bus from Broadway to Anna Nagar West
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- ₹14 - ₹21
- Schedules at
- mtcbus.tn.gov.in
- Ave. Duration
- 11 min
- Estimated price
- ₹390 - ₹470
Tenride
- Phone
- +91 94 99 97 36 69
- Website
- tenride.com
Drop Taxi
- Phone
- +91 79 99 22 20 00
- Website
- droptaxi.in
Chennai Taxi
- Phone
- +91 89 39 33 40 40
- Website
- chennaitaxiservice.com
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More Questions & Answers
Chennai Beach to Padi bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Anna Nagar West station.
Chennai Beach to Padi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Korattur station.
Yes, the driving distance between Chennai Beach to Padi is 13 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Chennai Beach to Padi.
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