How to travel from Bhilai to Chennai, India

The distance between Bhilai and Chennai is around 984km (612 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Bhilai to Chennai by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Raipur (RPR) to Madras (MAA).

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Flight time1h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ₹7,880($100)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Chennai Central.

  • Duration22h 55m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,115($14)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Hyderabad then take the bus to Chennai Central.

  • Duration24h 35m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,945($37)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Chennai.

  • Duration16h 55m
  • Distance1,175km (730 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bhilai and Chennai

There are several options for getting from Bhilai to Chennai by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,115 ($14) and will take around 22h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹7,880 ($100).

The distance between Bhilai and Chennai is around 984km (612 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 911km (566 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Bhilai and Chennai by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bhilai to Chennai is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx ₹7,880 ($100).

The cheapest way to travel between Bhilai and Chennai, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,115 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bhilai and Chennai. It typically takes around 22h 55m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bhilai to Chennai. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Durg. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 22h 55m.

Indian Railways run train services between Bhilai and Chennai. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 22h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bhilai and Chennai. We recommend that you fly from Raipur (RPR) to Madras (MAA). instead which will take 2h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bhilai and Chennai. Flights depart from Raipur (RPR) and arrive at Madras (MAA). The flight takes around 1h 50m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Bhilai and Chennai with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 50m.

IndiGo Airlines fly between Bhilai and Chennai. Flights depart from Raipur (RPR) and and arrive into Madras (MAA). These flights usually take around 1h 50m.

The flight from Bhilai to Chennai typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Raipur (RPR) and and arrive into Madras (MAA).

The closest major airport to Chennai is Chennai International Airport (MAA) (MAA) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Chennai. Tirupati Airport (TIR) (TIR) and Kadapa Airport (CDP) (CDP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bhilai and Chennai. The distance is around 1,175km (730 miles) by road and it will take around 16h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bhilai to Chennai is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around ₹7,880 ($100).

How do I get from Bhilai to Chennai

Compare travel optionsbetween Bhilai and Chennai

Transport options from Bhilai to Chennai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 50m
₹7,880($100)
every 15 mins984km (612 miles)
Train
22h 55m
₹1,115($14)
3 times a week1,372km (852 miles)
Train and Bus
24h 35m
₹2,945($37)
once a week1,403km (872 miles)
Drive
16h 55m
₹11,060($140)
on demand1,175km (730 miles)

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Airports near Chennai

The following major airports near Chennai offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

MAA
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
International Airport
Distance
16km (10 miles) from Chennai
TIR
Tirupati Airport (TIR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Chennai
CDP
Kadapa Airport (CDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
227km (141 miles) from Chennai