Kanchipuram Travel - Nearest Airport, Station and driving distances

How to reach

Access Kanchipuram is 75 km away from Chennai and is on the Chennai- Bangalore highway. There are frequent bus services from Kanchi to Chennai, Bangalore and other places. Kanchipuram has a railway station and Chennai is the nearest airport.

Air

The nearest airport is at Chennai, which is located 75 Km away. It is connected by all major domestic carriers and some international airlines too. You can hire a taxi or luxury car from Chennai to Kanchipuram.

Road

Kanchipuram is from Chennai and Bangalore via NH-4. Inexpensive and clean buses ply frequently buses to and from the city to Chennai, Bangalore and other places. The bus stand in Kanchipuram is located on the corner of Nellukkara St and Kamaraj St, in the center of town. Buses are also available directly to Tirupati.

Bus Stand

Kanchipuram is 75-km away from Chennai and is well connected by a network of roads. There are frequent buses from the city to Chennai, Bangalore and other places. For local transportation bicycles can be hired from the shops near the bus stand. Cycle Rickshaws and auto rickshaws are also available on hire to move in and around the city.

Rail

Trains for Kanchipuram are available from Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tirupati, Pondicherry, Nagarkoil, Pune and Bangalore.

Railway Stations

Kanchipuram Railway Station - 044-27223149 Can be reached from Chennai central railway station and Arakkonam railway station. 3000 sq ft land for rent. Suitable for godowns,stores and others. Near kanchipuram(iyampettai) railway station for lease

Arrival and departure

Bus services from Chennai and from Chingleput on Chennai-Trichy railway line. Included in the temple tour from Chennai.