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What is the best way to travel from Chennai to Delhi?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Delhi from Chennai. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
10h 30m
£24
£29
3
Flight
3h 0m
£60
£172
53

What is the cheapest way to reach Delhi from Chennai?

You can reach Delhi with just £24 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £24
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    11h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Chennai
    Manali MTC Terminus
    05:40
    Delhi
    Sanjay Gandhi Coach Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    £24
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    10h 30m
    0
    19:30
    Chennai
    Manali MTC Terminus
    06:00
    Delhi
    Sanjay Gandhi Coach Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    £24
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    11h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Chennai
    Manali MTC Terminus
    07:30
    Delhi
    Sanjay Gandhi Coach Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    £39
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • IndiGo Airlines
    5h 20m
    0
    03:55
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    09:15
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    IndiGo Airlines
    Economy
    from £60
  • IndiGo Airlines
    5h 15m
    0
    07:35
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    12:50
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    IndiGo Airlines
    Economy
    from £60
  • Air India Limited
    3h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    09:55
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    Air India Limited
    Economy
    from £60
  • Air India Limited
    3h 0m
    0
    08:05
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    11:05
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    Air India Limited
    Economy
    from £60
  • Emirates
    23h 5m
    0
    04:05
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    03:10
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    Emirates
    Economy
    from £622

What are the fastest trips from Chennai to Delhi?

You can get to Delhi from Chennai in just 3h 0m with a Flight from Air India Limited. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 3h 0m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Air India Limited
    3h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    09:55
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    Air India Limited
    Economy
    from £60
  • Air India Limited
    3h 0m
    0
    08:05
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    11:05
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    Air India Limited
    Economy
    from £60
  • IndiGo Airlines
    5h 15m
    0
    07:35
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    12:50
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    IndiGo Airlines
    Economy
    from £60
  • IndiGo Airlines
    5h 20m
    0
    03:55
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    09:15
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    IndiGo Airlines
    Economy
    from £60
  • Emirates
    23h 5m
    0
    04:05
    Chennai Airport
    Chennai Airport
    03:10
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    Indira Gandhi Airport
    0
    Emirates
    Economy
    from £622
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    10h 30m
    0
    19:30
    Chennai
    Manali MTC Terminus
    06:00
    Delhi
    Sanjay Gandhi Coach Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    £24
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    11h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Chennai
    Manali MTC Terminus
    07:30
    Delhi
    Sanjay Gandhi Coach Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    £39
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    11h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Chennai
    Manali MTC Terminus
    05:40
    Delhi
    Sanjay Gandhi Coach Station
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    £24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Chennai to Delhi

What are the most popular stations in Chennai and Delhi?

In Chennai, you will usually depart from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Central Station Bus Stop or Egmore Railway Station, while in Delhi you will be arriving at Sanjay Gandhi Coach Station, Shahdara Metro Station or Junction Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Delhi from Chennai? With 8 connections between 1 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chennai and Delhi, you can pay as low as £24 with a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Air India Limited: you will get to Delhi in just 3h 0m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chennai and Delhi are Intrcity Smartbus, IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Chennai and Delhi is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Tiruvottiyūr or to New Delhi, and look at flights from Chennai Airport, and landing at Delhi Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Chennai to Delhi?

The most popular companies between Chennai and Delhi, are Intrcity Smartbus, IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Intrcity Smartbus

Airlines: IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited and Emirates

All you need to know when you travel from Chennai to Delhi

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chennai to Delhi. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Chennai to Delhi

How can I reach Delhi from Chennai?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Delhi from Chennai.

How far is Delhi from Chennai?

The distance between Chennai and Delhi is 1,759.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chennai and Delhi?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 47 kgs of CO2, a train 62 kgs, a car 299 kgs, and a flight 433 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chennai to Delhi?

You can get to Delhi with just £24 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Delhi?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Delhi in just 3h 0m with a Flight from Air India Limited.

More routes to Chennai and to Delhi

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chennai and to Delhi. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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