What is the best way to travel from Chennai to New Delhi?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses for the journey to New Delhi from Chennai. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach New Delhi from Chennai?
You can get to New Delhi with just $9 by taking a Train from Indian Railways, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 3/31/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/2/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
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Indian Railways28h 5m06:35 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:40 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0EconomyA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 3/31/2025 6:35:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/1/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 5m
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Indian Railways32h 30m010:00 PMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop6:30 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 3/31/2025 10:00:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/2/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 30m
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IndiGo Airlines2h 55m05:55 AMChennai AirportChennai Airport8:50 AMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from IndiGo Airlines goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 5:55:00 AM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 3/31/2025 8:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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Skyscanner13h 35m06:00 AMChennai AirportChennai Airport7:35 PMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 6:00:00 AM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 3/31/2025 7:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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Air India3h 0m09:50 AMChennai AirportChennai Airport12:50 PMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from Air India goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 9:50:00 AM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 3/31/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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SpiceJet21h 25m011:10 PMChennai AirportChennai Airport8:35 PMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from SpiceJet goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 11:10:00 PM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 4/1/2025 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 25m
Cheapest Trains Monday
Cheapest Flights Monday
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 4/1/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/3/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
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Indian Railways32h 30m010:00 PMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop6:30 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/1/2025 10:00:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/3/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 30m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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Indian Railways39h 45m05:10 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop8:55 PMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/2/2025 5:10:00 AM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:55:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 45m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 4/4/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/6/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
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Indian Railways28h 5m06:35 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:40 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0EconomyA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/4/2025 6:35:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/5/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 5m
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Indian Railways28h 25m06:05 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:30 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/4/2025 6:05:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/5/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 4/6/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/8/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
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Indian Railways32h 30m010:00 PMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop6:30 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/6/2025 10:00:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/8/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 30m
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Indian Railways28h 25m06:05 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:30 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/6/2025 6:05:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/7/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Chennai to New Delhi?
You can get to New Delhi from Chennai in just 2h 55m with a Flight from IndiGo Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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IndiGo Airlines2h 55m05:55 AMChennai AirportChennai Airport8:50 AMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from IndiGo Airlines goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 5:55:00 AM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 3/31/2025 8:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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Air India3h 0m09:50 AMChennai AirportChennai Airport12:50 PMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from Air India goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 9:50:00 AM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 3/31/2025 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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SriLankan Airlines7h 0m09:15 PMChennai AirportChennai Airport4:15 AMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from SriLankan Airlines goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 9:15:00 PM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 4/1/2025 4:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $269 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Skyscanner13h 35m06:00 AMChennai AirportChennai Airport7:35 PMIndira Gandhi AirportIndira Gandhi Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Chennai Airport, Chennai Airport (India) at 3/31/2025 6:00:00 AM to Indira Gandhi Airport, Indira Gandhi Airport (India) arriving at 3/31/2025 7:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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Indian Railways28h 5m06:35 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:40 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0EconomyA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 3/31/2025 6:35:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/1/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 5m
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Indian Railways32h 30m010:00 PMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop6:30 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 3/31/2025 10:00:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/2/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 30m
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 3/31/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/2/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
Fastest Flights Monday
Fastest Trains Monday
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Indian Railways32h 30m010:00 PMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop6:30 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/1/2025 10:00:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/3/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 30m
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 4/1/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/3/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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Indian Railways39h 45m05:10 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop8:55 PMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/2/2025 5:10:00 AM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/3/2025 8:55:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 45m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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Indian Railways28h 5m06:35 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:40 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0EconomyA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/4/2025 6:35:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/5/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 5m
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Indian Railways28h 25m06:05 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:30 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/4/2025 6:05:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/5/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 4/4/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/6/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
Fastest Trains Friday
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Indian Railways28h 25m06:05 AMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop10:30 AMNew DelhiHazrat Nizamuddin Train Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/6/2025 6:05:00 AM to Hazrat Nizamuddin Train Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/7/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
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Indian Railways32h 30m010:00 PMChennaiCentral Station Bus Stop6:30 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Central Station Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 4/6/2025 10:00:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/8/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 30m
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Indian Railways35h 25m05:45 PMChennaiEgmore Railway Station5:10 AMNew DelhiRailway Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Egmore Railway Station, Chennai (India) at 4/6/2025 5:45:00 PM to Railway Station, New Delhi (India) arriving at 4/8/2025 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Chennai to New Delhi
What are the most popular stations in Chennai and New Delhi?
In Chennai, you will usually depart from Central Station Bus Stop, Perambur Train Station or Egmore Railway Station, while in New Delhi you will be arriving at Railway Station, Sadar Bazar Train Station or FlixBus Delhi RK Ashram Bus Stop, 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 New Delhi from Chennai? With 3 connections between 3 Train, 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 New Delhi, you can pay as low as $9 with a Train from Indian Railways.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 IndiGo Airlines: you will get to New Delhi in just 2h 55m.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 New Delhi are Indian Railways, IndiGo Airlines and Skyscanner, 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 New 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 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 New Delhi?
The most popular companies between Chennai and New Delhi, are Indian Railways, IndiGo Airlines and Skyscanner. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Indian Railways
Airlines: IndiGo Airlines, Skyscanner, Air India and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Chennai to New Delhi
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chennai to New 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 New Delhi
How can I reach New Delhi from Chennai?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to New Delhi from Chennai.
How far is New Delhi from Chennai?
The distance between Chennai and New Delhi is 1,092.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chennai and New 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 432 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chennai to New Delhi?
You can get to New Delhi with just $9 by taking a Train from Indian Railways.
What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to New 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 New Delhi in just 2h 55m with a Flight from IndiGo Airlines.
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Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chennai and to New Delhi. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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