How to Reach

How to Reach

Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, is well-connected by air, rail, road, and sea, making it easily accessible from anywhere in India and abroad.

1️   By Air  – Chennai International Airport (MAA)

✅ Best Option for International & Domestic Travelers

• Chennai International Airport (MAA) is the fourth busiest airport in India and has two terminals:
  • Anna International Terminal (For international flights)
  • Kamaraj Domestic Terminal (For domestic flights)
• Airlines Operating: Air India, IndiGo, Vistara, Emirates, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Singapore Airlines, etc.
• Major International Connections: Dubai, Singapore, London, Frankfurt, Kuala Lumpur, Colombo, Bangkok, etc.
• Domestic Connectivity: Well-connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Coimbatore, Kochi, etc.

Airport to City

• Distance to City Center: ~15 km
• Transport Options: Prepaid taxis, metro, buses, and cab services like Ola, Uber.

2️ By Train  – Chennai’s Major Railway Stations

✅ Best Option for Budget & Comfortable Travel

Chennai has three major railway stations, well-connected to all parts of India.

 Major Railway Stations in Chennai:

1. Chennai Central (MAS)  – Main hub for long-distance trains
   • Trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Pune, Ahmedabad, etc.
   • Famous trains: Chennai Express, Coromandel Express, Grand Trunk Express
2. Chennai Egmore (MS) – Mainly for South Indian routes
   • Trains from Madurai, Coimbatore, Trichy, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, etc.
3. Tambaram Railway Station (TBM) – Emerging as a key terminal

Local Transport from Railway Stations

• Metro Rail: Direct metro from Chennai Central
• Taxis & Auto-rickshaws: Available 24/7
• City Buses: Frequent buses to all parts of Chennai

3️⃣ By Road  – Well-Connected Highways

✅ Best Option for Road Trips & Nearby Travel

Chennai has a well-developed road network and is connected via National Highways (NH).

 Key Highways Leading to Chennai

• NH-16 (Golden Quadrilateral) – Connects Chennai to Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada
• NH-45 (GST Road) – Connects Chennai to Trichy, Madurai, Dindigul, Thoothukudi
• NH-48 – Connects Chennai to Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai
• East Coast Road (ECR) – Scenic coastal road to Pondicherry, Mahabalipuram, Cuddalore

 Distance & Travel Time by Road

 Road Transport Options

• State Transport Buses: Tamil Nadu State Transport (TNSTC), KSRTC, APSRTC, SETC
• Private Luxury Buses: VRL, KPN, Parveen Travels, RedBus services
• Car Rentals & Taxis: Ola, Uber, Zoomcar, private cabs

4️  By Sea  – Chennai Port & Cruise Services

✅ Best Option for Luxury Cruise Travelers

• Chennai Port is one of India’s largest and oldest seaports.
• It has ferry & cruise services to Andaman & Nicobar Islands (Port Blair).
• Occasional cruise ships operate from Mumbai, Sri Lanka, and Singapore.

Port to City Center

• Located just 5 km from Marina Beach & the main city.
• Taxis, auto-rickshaws, and buses available for transport.

 Summary – Best Ways to Reach Chennai

✅ Chennai is easily accessible from anywhere in India and the world! Would you like suggestions on transport within Chennai or the best places to stay?