How to get from Erikarai to Kanchipuram by bus and train?

From Erikarai to Kanchipuram by bus and train

To get from Erikarai to Kanchipuram you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 597C bus from Erikarai station to Poonamallee station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 54V bus and finally take the EMU train from Saidapet Railway Station station to Old Kanchipuram Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 48 min. The ride fare is ₹350.00. The bus and train schedule from Erikarai may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kanchipuram on the Moovit app.

228min₹350.00
Bus - 597C597C
Bus - 54V54V
Train - EMUEMU
Walk to Kanchipuram
Leaves from Erikarai

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Erikarai
  • 2
    Bus - 597C597C
    Wait for bus
    597C
    Poonamallee
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Poonamallee
    46 min
  • 4
    Bus - 54V54V
    Wait for bus
    54V
    T.Nagar
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saidapet
    41 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Saidapet Railway Station
    660 m • 9 min
  • 7
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Thirumalpur (Slow)
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Old Kanchipuram Railway Station
    106 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kanchipuram
    Walk to
    Kanchipuram
    1.14 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Erikarai to Kanchipuram by bus and train via 597C, EMU and EMU

To get from Erikarai to Kanchipuram you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 597C bus from Erikarai station to Thirunindravoor Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EMU train and finally take the EMU train from Chennai Park Railway Station station to Old Kanchipuram Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 10 min. The ride fare is ₹484.00. The bus and train schedule from Erikarai may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kanchipuram on the Moovit app.

250min₹484.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 597C597C
Train - EMUEMU
Train - EMUEMU
Walk to Kanchipuram
Leaves from Erikarai

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Erikarai
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 597C597C
    Wait for bus
    597C
    Thirunindravoor Railway Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thirunindravoor Railway Station
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Tiruninravur
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Central (Slow)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chennai Central
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chennai Park Railway Station
    480 m • 7 min
  • 8
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Thirumalpur (Slow)
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Old Kanchipuram Railway Station
    125 min
  • 10
    Walk to Kanchipuram
    Walk to
    Kanchipuram
    1.14 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Erikarai to Kanchipuram

The distance between Erikarai and Kanchipuram is approximately 115.84 km, which can typically be travelled in 228 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Erikarai to Kanchipuram by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kanchipuram – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Erikarai to Kanchipuram

To check the bus and train schedule from Erikarai to Kanchipuram using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Erikarai) and destination (Kanchipuram), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Erikarai to Kanchipuram by bus and train via 597C, EMU and EMU

To get from Erikarai to Kanchipuram you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 597C bus from Erikarai station to Thirunindravoor Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EMU train and finally take the EMU train from Chennai Park Railway Station station to Old Kanchipuram Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 10 min. The ride fare is ₹484.00. The bus and train schedule from Erikarai may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kanchipuram on the Moovit app.

250min₹484.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 597C597C
Train - EMUEMU
Train - EMUEMU
Walk to Kanchipuram
Leaves from Erikarai

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Erikarai
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 597C597C
    Wait for bus
    597C
    Thirunindravoor Railway Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thirunindravoor Railway Station
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Tiruninravur
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Central (Slow)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chennai Central
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chennai Park Railway Station
    480 m • 7 min
  • 8
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Thirumalpur (Slow)
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Old Kanchipuram Railway Station
    125 min
  • 10
    Walk to Kanchipuram
    Walk to
    Kanchipuram
    1.14 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Erikarai to Kanchipuram?

    The fastest way takes 228 minutes, using Bus line 597C, Bus line 54V, Train line EMU.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Erikarai to Kanchipuram?

    The alternative route takes 250 minutes, using Bus line 597C, Train line EMU, Train line EMU.

  • Is there a direct bus between Erikarai and Kanchipuram?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Erikarai to Kanchipuram?

    The 597C bus line goes from Poonamallee station near Erikarai in Sriperumbudur to Poonamallee station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Poonamallee station near Kanchipuram.

  • How long does it take to travel from Erikarai to Kanchipuram by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Erikarai and Kanchipuram by bus and train is about 3 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Erikarai to get to Kanchipuram?

    Get on the 597C bus from the Poonamallee stop near Erikarai in Sriperumbudur.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Erikarai and Kanchipuram?

    Get off the bus at the Poonamallee station, which is closest to Kanchipuram.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Erikarai to Kanchipuram?

    The ride from Erikarai to Kanchipuram costs ₹350.00.

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