How to get from Chennai to Visakhapatnam

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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Visakhapatnam from Chennai. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 8 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
14h 30m
$10
$23
5
Train
12h 15m
$8
$13
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What is the cheapest way to reach Visakhapatnam from Chennai?

You can get to Visakhapatnam with just $8 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.

Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from $8

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Indian Railways
    14h 55m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Chennai
    Central Station Bus Stop
    1:05 PM
    Visakhapatnam
    Visakhapatnam Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $8
  • Indian Railways
    12h 15m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chennai
    Central Station Bus Stop
    8:30 PM
    Visakhapatnam
    Visakhapatnam Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $18
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Sri Sms Travels
    15h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:00 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    Sri Sms Travels
    Basic
    $10
  • Thirumalaivasan Transports
    15h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:50 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    Thirumalaivasan Transports
    Premium Economy
    $18
  • V Kaveri Travels
    16h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    9:30 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    V Kaveri Travels
    First Class
    $19
  • YBM Travels
    14h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:30 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    YBM Travels
    First Class
    $34
  • Sri Krishna Travels
    16h 10m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    9:10 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    Sri Krishna Travels
    First Class
    $36

What are the fastest trips from Chennai to Visakhapatnam?

You can get to Visakhapatnam from Chennai in just 12h 15m with a Train from Indian Railways. 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.

Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 12h 15m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Indian Railways
    12h 15m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chennai
    Central Station Bus Stop
    8:30 PM
    Visakhapatnam
    Visakhapatnam Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $18
  • Indian Railways
    14h 55m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Chennai
    Central Station Bus Stop
    1:05 PM
    Visakhapatnam
    Visakhapatnam Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $8
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • YBM Travels
    14h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:30 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    YBM Travels
    First Class
    $34
  • Sri Sms Travels
    15h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:00 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    Sri Sms Travels
    Basic
    $10
  • Thirumalaivasan Transports
    15h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:50 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    Thirumalaivasan Transports
    Premium Economy
    $18
  • V Kaveri Travels
    16h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    9:30 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    V Kaveri Travels
    First Class
    $19
  • Sri Krishna Travels
    16h 10m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    9:10 AM
    Visakhapatnam
    RTC Complex
    0
    Sri Krishna Travels
    First Class
    $36
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What are the most popular stations in Chennai and Visakhapatnam?

In Chennai, you will usually depart from Central Station Bus Stop, Perambur Train Station or Egmore Railway Station, while in Visakhapatnam you will be arriving at Visakhapatnam Train Station, Sheela Nagar Bus Station or Seetamma Peta 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 Visakhapatnam from Chennai? With 7 connections between 8 Train 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 Visakhapatnam, you can pay as low as $8 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 Train from Indian Railways: you will get to Visakhapatnam in just 12h 15m.

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 Visakhapatnam are Indian Railways, Sri Sms Travels and Thirumalaivasan Transports, 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 Visakhapatnam 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 Gajuwaka, and look at flights from Chennai Airport, and landing at Visakhapatnam 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 Visakhapatnam?

The most popular companies between Chennai and Visakhapatnam, are Indian Railways, Sri Sms Travels and Thirumalaivasan Transports. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Sri Sms Travels, Thirumalaivasan Transports, V Kaveri Travels and 2 more.

Train companies: Indian Railways

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chennai to Visakhapatnam. 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 Visakhapatnam

How can I reach Visakhapatnam from Chennai?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Visakhapatnam from Chennai.

How far is Visakhapatnam from Chennai?

The distance between Chennai and Visakhapatnam is 372.4 miles.

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

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 16 kgs of CO2, a train 21 kgs, a car 102 kgs, and a flight 147 kgs.

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

You can get to Visakhapatnam with just $8 by taking a Train from Indian Railways.

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

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 Visakhapatnam in just 12h 15m with a Train from Indian Railways.

More routes to Chennai and to Visakhapatnam

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

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