How to travel from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli, India

The distance between Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 1,801km (1,119 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

4 routes found

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

👋 Also check out TiruchchirāppalliPatna if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Patna (PAT) to Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time3h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,390($120)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Salem Jn and then to Tiruchchirapali.

  • Duration1 day 21h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,275($16)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Tiruchirappalli.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Distance2,187km (1,359 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli

There are several options for getting from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,275 ($16) and will take around 1 day 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,390 ($120).

The distance between Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 1,801km (1,119 miles).

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 7h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx ₹9,390 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,275 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli. It typically takes around 1 day 21h and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Salem Jn. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 21h.

Indian Railways run train services between Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 1 day 21h, 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 Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli. We recommend that you fly from Patna (PAT) to Tiruchirapalli (TRZ). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli. Flights depart from Patna (PAT) and arrive at Tiruchirapalli (TRZ) - via Madras (MAA). The flight takes around 3h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli. There is however a flight that goes via Madras (MAA). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli typically takes around 3h 40m. Flights depart from Patna (PAT) and and arrive into Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

The closest major airport to Tiruchchirāppalli is Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ) (TRZ) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli. Madurai International Airport (IXM) (IXM) and Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) 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 Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli. The distance is around 2,187km (1,359 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 7h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around ₹9,390 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Patna and Tiruchchirāppalli

Transport options from Patna to Tiruchchirāppalli
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 55m
₹9,390($120)
on demand1,801km (1,119 miles)
Train + 1 similar
1 day 21h
₹1,275($16)
3 times a week2,617km (1,626 miles)
Train via Chennai Central1 day 22h
₹1,355($17)
once a week2,751km (1,709 miles)
Drive
1 day 7h
₹20,535($260)
on demand2,187km (1,359 miles)

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Airports near Tiruchchirāppalli

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

TRZ
Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
International Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
IXM
Madurai International Airport (IXM)
International Airport
Distance
126km (78 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
CJB
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
International Airport
Distance
182km (113 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli