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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Chennai is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 25h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 46m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santragachi Jn and arriving at Chennai Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 28m.

How far is it from Howrah to Chennai?

The distance between Howrah and Chennai is 1414 km. The road distance is 1621.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 25h 28m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Howrah to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Chennai train from?

Howrah to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Santragachi Jn station.

Train or fly from Howrah to Chennai?

The best way to get from Howrah to Chennai is to fly which takes 4h 46m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 25h 28m.

Where does the Howrah to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Chennai is 1622 km. It takes approximately 23h 56m to drive from Howrah to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1033+ hotels available in Chennai.

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There are 5 ways to get from Howrah to Chennai by plane, train, ferry, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCU - MAA
4h 46m
₹6,547–13,058
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santragachi Jn to Chennai Centraltrain 12841 / ...
25h 28m
₹700–5,500
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
34h 20m
₹1,606–3,908
Drive 1,621.9 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Chennaicar 1,621.9 km
23h 56m
₹15,762–22,768
Ferry, bus via Tirupati
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Tirupatibus
3. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennaibus
36h 52m

Howrah to Chennai by train

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25h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,414.1 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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

Air India Express and IndiGo Airlines fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) hourly. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Santragachi Jn to Chennai Central once daily. Tickets cost ₹700–5,500 and the journey takes 25h 28m.

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