Chennai to Chidambaram Distance
The road distance between Chennai and Chidambaram is approximately 200+ km, and the drive usually takes around 4 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Travellers can also opt for bus services, which generally take 6 hours, while trains complete the journey in approximately 4 hours, subject to the chosen service and route. The fastest way to reach Chidambaram takes approximately 4 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.

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Chennai
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
3h 28m
₹125
Onwards
Chennai
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
3h 50m
₹5,150
Onwards
Chennai
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
5h 30m
₹705
Onwards
Via Vriddhachalam
Chennai
Vriddhachalam
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
3h 42m
₹2,386
Onwards
Via Viluppuram
Chennai
Viluppuram
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
4h 25m
₹145
Onwards
Chennai
Viluppuram
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
3h 54m
₹3,075
Onwards
Chennai
Viluppuram
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
6h 25m
₹1,159
Onwards
Via Mayiladuthurai
Chennai
Mayiladuthurai
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
4h 50m
₹180
Onwards
Via Cuddalore
Chennai
Cuddalore
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
6h 28m
On Demand
Via Sirkazhi
Chennai
Sirkazhi
Chidambaram
Approx Travel Time
6h 59m
₹744
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Chennai and Chidambaram?
The distance between Chennai and Chidambaram is approximately 200+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Chennai and Chidambaram?
The straight-line distance is approximately 150+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Chennai to Chidambaram by road?
It takes around 4 hours by road.
What is the distance from Chennai to Chidambaram via Vriddhachalam?
Via Vriddhachalam, the distance is approximately 250+ km, taking around 4 hours.
Is there a train from Chennai to Chidambaram?
Yes, trains run between Chennai and Chidambaram, covering approximately 200+ km in around 4 hours.
How much does it cost to travel from Chennai to Chidambaram?
Costs vary by mode — approximately ₹700+ by bus and ₹5150+ by cab.
Does the distance from Chennai to Chidambaram change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 200+ km via the direct route to 250+ km via Vriddhachalam, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Chennai and Chidambaram vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Chennai and Chidambaram?
The driving distance is 200+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 150+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
What are the major restaurants on the way from Chennai to Chidambaram by road?
Major restaurants on the road route from Chennai to Chidambaram include: • Archana Garden Restaurant • Amma Bhavan • Hotel Vasantha Bhavan • Café Udupi Ruchi • Highway Nest
Routes Connecting Chennai
Routes From Chennai
Routes Connecting Chidambaram
Routes From Chidambaram
- Chidambaram to Karnal
- Chidambaram to Rayagada
- Chidambaram to Hassan
- Chidambaram to Nagpur
- Chidambaram to Nokha
- Chidambaram to Kasaragod
- Chidambaram to Phagwara
- Chidambaram to Bhavani
- Chidambaram to Kakinada
- Chidambaram to Unjha
- Chidambaram to Tiruvallur
- Chidambaram to Orai
- Chidambaram to Rampur
- Chidambaram to Hyderabad
- Chidambaram to Ankleshwar
Routes To Chidambaram
- Narnaul to Chidambaram
- Sultanpur to Chidambaram
- Amroha to Chidambaram
- Sagar to Chidambaram
- Bharuch to Chidambaram
- Badami to Chidambaram
- Silchar to Chidambaram
- Velankanni to Chidambaram
- Dadri to Chidambaram
- Ukhimath to Chidambaram
- Parwanoo to Chidambaram
- Karunagappally to Chidambaram
- Nangal to Chidambaram
- Chakradharpur to Chidambaram
- Solapur to Chidambaram

