How to travel from Chennai to Gwalior, India

The distance between Chennai and Gwalior is around 1,580km (982 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Chennai to Gwalior by plane, train 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 Madras (MAA) to Gwalior (GWL).

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,620($145)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

+ 2 others

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train
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Train

Take the train to Gwalior Jn..

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹875($11)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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car
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Drive

Drive to Gwalior.

  • Duration1 day 1h
  • Distance1,756km (1,091 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chennai and Gwalior

There are several options for getting from Chennai to Gwalior by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹875 ($11) and will take around 1 day 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,620 ($145).

The distance between Chennai and Gwalior is around 1,580km (982 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,475km (917 miles)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Chennai and Gwalior by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 1h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chennai to Gwalior is to fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ₹11,620 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Chennai and Gwalior, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹875 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Chennai and Gwalior. It typically takes around 1 day 4h and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Chennai and Gwalior with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 1 day 4h.

Indian Railways run train services between Chennai and Gwalior. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 1 day 4h, 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 Chennai and Gwalior. We recommend that you fly from Madras (MAA) to Gwalior (GWL). instead which will take 4h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Chennai and Gwalior. Flights depart from Madras (MAA) and arrive at Gwalior (GWL) - via Indore (IDR). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Chennai to Gwalior. There is however a flight that goes via Indore (IDR). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Chennai to Gwalior typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Madras (MAA) and and arrive into Gwalior (GWL).

The closest major airport to Gwalior is Gwalior Airport (GWL) (GWL) which is approximately 12km (8 miles) from Gwalior. Agra Airport (AGR) (AGR) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) (DEL) 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 Chennai and Gwalior. The distance is around 1,756km (1,091 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 1h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chennai to Gwalior is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around ₹11,620 ($145).

How do I get from Chennai to Gwalior

Compare travel optionsbetween Chennai and Gwalior

Transport options from Chennai to Gwalior
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 25m
₹11,620($145)
every 15 mins1,674km (1,040 miles)
Plane and Train5h 30m
₹17,110($215)
every 30 mins2,213km (1,375 miles)
Train and Plane6h 40m
₹11,140($140)
every 4 hours1,580km (982 miles)
Train
1 day 4h
₹875($11)
every 20 mins1,869km (1,161 miles)
Drive
1 day 1h
₹16,475($205)
on demand1,756km (1,091 miles)

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Airlines

Airports near Gwalior

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

GWL
Gwalior Airport (GWL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (8 miles) from Gwalior
AGR
Agra Airport (AGR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Gwalior
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
International Airport
Distance
282km (175 miles) from Gwalior