There are 5 ways to get from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) by train, bus, taxi, car or plane
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Recommended option
Train • 4h 14m
4 alternative options
Bus • 5h 54m
Taxi • 3h 9m
Drive • 3h 9m
Train, fly • 5h 49m
Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) by train
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) is to train, which costs ₹240 - ₹1,500 and takes 4h 14m.
The quickest way to get from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) is to taxi which costs ₹4,900 - ₹6,000 and takes 3h 9m.
No, there is no direct train from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA). However, there are services departing from Chidambaram and arriving at Trisulam via Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
The distance between Chidambaram and Madras Airport (MAA) is 183 km. The road distance is 212.7 km.
The best way to get from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs ₹240 - ₹1,500.
It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA), including transfers.
Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chidambaram station.
The best way to get from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs ₹240 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹1,400 and takes 5h 54m.
The quickest flight from Tiruchirapalli Airport to Madras Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h.
Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

- Distance: 183.3 km
- Duration: 4h 14m
What companies run services between Chidambaram, India and Madras Airport (MAA), India?
Indian Railways operates a train from Chidambaram to Tambaram 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹160 - ₹900 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) via Pondicherry, Puducherry, Guindy, and Guindy in around 5h 54m.

- Website
- goindigo.in
Flights from Tiruchirapalli to Madras
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ₹2,300 - ₹9,000

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 Chidambaram to Tambaram
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 1m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- ₹160 - ₹900
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹160 - ₹210
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹500 - ₹650
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹700 - ₹900
Train from Chidambaram to Tiruchchirapali
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 43m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- ₹140 - ₹800
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹140 - ₹180
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹450 - ₹600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹600 - ₹800

- Phone
- 044 4900 7555/ 1800 102 0999
- customercare@parveentravels.com
- Website
- parveentravels.com
Bus from Chidambaram to Pondicherry
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ₹340 - ₹480
- Schedules at
- parveentravels.com

- Phone
- 9513508001
- commercial@tnstc.in
- Website
- tnstc.in
Bus from Puducherry to Guindy
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹170 - ₹370
- Schedules at
- tnstc.in
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 9m
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹6,000
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA) is 213 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Chidambaram to Madras Airport (MAA).
IndiGo Airlines offers flights from Tiruchirapalli Airport to Madras Airport.
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