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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Palacode is to bus via Dharampuri which costs ₹900 - ₹1,600 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Palacode is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Palacode?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Palacode. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Palakkodu via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Chennai to Palacode?

The distance between Chennai and Palacode is 296 km. The road distance is 288.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Palacode without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs ₹900 - ₹1,900.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Palacode?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Chennai to Palacode, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Palacode train from?

Chennai to Palacode train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Palacode?

The best way to get from Chennai to Palacode is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs ₹900 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Chennai to Palacode train arrive?

Chennai to Palacode train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Palacode?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Palacode is 289 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Chennai to Palacode.

Where can I stay near Palacode?

There are four+ hotels available in Palacode.

Chennai to Palacode - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Palacode by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vadapalani to Karimanagalam bypassbus
5h 45m
₹937–1,896
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Salem Jntrain 22637 / ...
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Palakkodutrain 16212 / ...
7h 54m
₹360–2,844
Drive 288.5 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Palacodecar 288.5 km
4h 11m
₹3,081–4,449
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Palacodetaxi 288.5 km
4h 11m
₹6,000–8,000
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Palakkodutrain
5h 32m
₹4,426–8,585
Bus via Dharampuri
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Dharampuribus
8h 35m
₹908–1,577

Chennai to Palacode by train

21Weekly Trains

7h 54mAverage Duration

₹360Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Palacode.

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Distance: 296.3 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Vadapalani to Karimanagalam bypass once daily. Tickets cost ₹500–1,400 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chennai Central to Palakkodu via Salem Jn in around 7h 54m.

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