Udupi to Chennai Distance
The road distance between Udupi and Chennai is approximately 700+ km, and the drive usually takes around 14 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Travellers can also opt for bus services, which generally take 16 hours. If you're travelling by air, Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai. Flying is the fastest way to reach Chennai, with a total travel time of approximately 5 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.

Via Mangalore
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FASTEST
Udupi
Mangalore
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
4h 33m
₹5,946
Onwards
Udupi
Mangalore
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
5h 5m
₹6,586
Onwards
Udupi
Mangalore
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
5h 15m
₹7,969
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Via Bangalore
Udupi
Bangalore
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
14h 17m
₹904
Onwards
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Udupi
Bangalore
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
14h 55m
₹330
Onwards
Udupi
Bangalore
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
16h 27m
₹1,249
Onwards
Udupi
Bangalore
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
16h 11m
₹5,108
Onwards
Direct Options
Udupi
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
15h 32m
₹2,700
Onwards
Udupi
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
13h 28m
₹17,574
Onwards
Via Tirupati
Udupi
Tirupati
Chennai
Approx Travel Time
18h 51m
₹4,390
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Udupi and Chennai?
The distance between Udupi and Chennai is approximately 700+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Udupi and Chennai?
The straight-line distance is approximately 550+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Udupi to Chennai by road?
It takes around 14 hours by road.
What is the distance from Udupi to Chennai via Mangalore?
Via Mangalore, the distance is approximately 600+ km, taking around 5 hours.
How much does it cost to travel from Udupi to Chennai?
Costs vary by mode — approximately ₹2700+ by bus and ₹17550+ by cab.
Does the distance from Udupi to Chennai change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 700+ km via the direct route to 600+ km via Mangalore, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Udupi and Chennai 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 Udupi and Chennai?
The driving distance is 700+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 550+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

