Nearest airport
Chennai International Airport (MAA) | 15-20 km to central Chennai | 35-75 minutes by road or metro, depending on traffic
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Chennai tour packages and itinerary ideas
Tamil Nadu, India
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Chennai is connected by NH 32, NH 48 and East Coast Road. Use the metro where possible for airport, rail and core-city movement because road traffic can be slow.
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Nearest railway
Chennai Central / Chennai Egmore | In the city | 10-45 minutes by local transport
Nearest bus stop
Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus / Kilambakkam bus terminus | Varies by arrival terminal | 45-90 minutes to central areas
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Route shape
Chennai is connected by NH 32, NH 48 and East Coast Road. Use the metro where possible for airport, rail and core-city movement because road traffic can be slow.
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