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Firozpur to Chidambaram

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Firozpur, Punjab to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu.

2904 kmDistance
58.1 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹1,11,173
Ertiga₹1,41,665
Innova₹1,47,763
Innova Crysta₹1,82,005
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,51,436

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹3,190
AC Seater₹5,230
Non-AC Sleeper₹4,650
AC Sleeper₹6,680
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹8,180
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Train
Sleeper₹1,770
Economy₹2,930
Third AC₹4,100
Second AC₹5,840
First AC₹8,160
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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Route Map

By Car: Firozpur to Chidambaram

2904 km · ~62h 45m · About 58h of driving split over 7 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Firozpur

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 415

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 565

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 715

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 830

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 980

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1130

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1245

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1395

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1545

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  13. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1659

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1809

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1959

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  16. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2074

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2224

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2374

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  19. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2489

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  20. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2639

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  21. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2789

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  22. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chidambaram

    Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Firozpur to Chidambaram

2904 km · ~64h 33m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Firozpur

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Firozpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Firozpur → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~968 km

    ~21h 31m|Tentative fare ₹1,060–₹2,760

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 968)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Chidambaram. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~968 km

    ~21h 31m|Tentative fare ₹1,060–₹2,760

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1936)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Chidambaram. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  6. change point 2 → Chidambaram

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~968 km

    ~21h 31m|Tentative fare ₹1,060–₹2,760

  7. Arrive in Chidambaram

    Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Firozpur to Chidambaram

Nearest railway stations: Firozpur Cant for Firozpur, Chidambaram for Chidambaram.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 52h 26m in total

Punjab Mail#12138 · Superfast
09:40 PMFirozpur Cant
7h 49m64 stops
05:29 AM+1dDelhi H Nizamuddin

Change trains at Delhi H Nizamuddin — about 1h 56m wait

DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - MADURAI Tamil Nadu S Kranti#12652 · Sampark Kranti
07:25 AMDelhi H Nizamuddin
34h 50m313 stops
06:15 PM+1dChennai Egmore

Change trains at Chennai Egmore — about 3h 25m wait

Chennai Egmore-Rameshwaram Express#16701 · Express
09:40 PMChennai Egmore
4h 26m59 stops
02:06 AM+1dVithisvarankol

2 changes · 53h 8m in total

Punjab Mail#12138 · Superfast
09:40 PMFirozpur Cant
7h 49m64 stops
05:29 AM+1dDelhi H Nizamuddin

Change trains at Delhi H Nizamuddin — about 1h 56m wait

DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - MADURAI Tamil Nadu S Kranti#12652 · Sampark Kranti
07:25 AMDelhi H Nizamuddin
37h 45m354 stops
09:10 PM+1dVikravandi

Change trains at Vikravandi — about 3h 26m wait

Mannai Express#16179 · Express
12:36 AMVikravandi
2h 12m22 stops
02:48 AMVithisvarankol

2 changes · 64h 45m in total

Punjab Mail#12138 · Superfast
09:40 PMFirozpur Cant
7h 49m64 stops
05:29 AM+1dDelhi H Nizamuddin

Change trains at Delhi H Nizamuddin — about 10h 21m wait

Hazrat Nizamuddin-Chennai Duronto#12270 · Duronto
03:50 PMDelhi H Nizamuddin
22h 55m197 stops
02:45 PM+1dVijayawada Jn

Change trains at Vijayawada Jn — about 10h 50m wait

Bhubaneswar-Rameswaram Weekly Express#18496 · Express
01:35 AMVijayawada Jn
12h 50m135 stops
02:25 PMVithisvarankol

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

Firozpur to Chidambaram: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Firozpur to Chidambaram is about 2904 km by road, roughly 58.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2904 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,11,173 · Ertiga ₹1,41,665 · Innova ₹1,47,763 · Innova Crysta ₹1,82,005 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,51,436
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹3,190 · AC Seater ₹5,230 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,650 · AC Sleeper ₹6,680 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹8,180
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,770 · Economy ₹2,930 · Third AC ₹4,100 · Second AC ₹5,840 · First AC ₹8,160

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

Want the full Chidambaram guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Chidambaram.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Firozpur to Chidambaram. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Sikar485 km from Firozpur

    Rajasthan

  2. Kota845 km from Firozpur

    Rajasthan

  3. Chikhaldara1410 km from Firozpur

    Maharashtra

  4. Nizamabad1830 km from Firozpur

    Telangana

  5. Kadapa Airport2440 km from Firozpur

    Andhra Pradesh

Hotels in Chidambaram

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Chidambaram

Things to Do in Chidambaram

Explore the Thillai Nataraja Temple

Spend time marveling at the intricate architecture, the 108 karana sculptures, and the sacred sanctum. Don't miss the Raja Sabha, a hall of 1000 pillars, and the…

2-3 hours

Witness the Chidambara Rahasyam

Visit the inner sanctum to see the empty space behind the curtain, symbolizing the formless cosmic ether. This is the temple's most profound and unique feature.

30 minutes

Attend the Arudra Darshan Festival

If visiting in December/January, participate in the grand festival celebrating Nataraja's cosmic dance, with processions and special rituals.

Full day

Take a Boat Ride in Pichavaram Mangroves

Drive to Pichavaram and hire a boat to glide through the winding canals of this vast mangrove forest, a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers.

2-3 hours

Watch a Bharatanatyam Performance

During the Natyanjali festival or at local cultural events, witness classical dance performances that pay homage to the temple's artistic heritage.

1-2 hours

Visit the Sivaganga and Parvati Tanks

Circumambulate the temple's sacred water tanks, which are believed to have healing properties and are integral to the temple's rituals.

1 hour

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Suggested Chidambaram Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Check-in and rest
  • Explore Thillai Nataraja Temple
  • Witness evening aarti

Day 2Day 2

  • Morning darshan at Sivakami Amman Temple
  • Study the 108 karana sculptures
  • Boat ride at Pichavaram Mangroves

Day 3Day 3

  • Final darshan at Thillai Nataraja Temple
  • Visit the temple tank and art gallery
  • Shop for souvenirs
Full 3-day itinerary →

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Chidambaram trip and see the full Firozpur → Chidambaram → next stop route.

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About 75 km by road

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About 105 km by road

Chidambaram → Thanjavur

About 120 km by road

Chidambaram → Tiruvannamalai

About 150 km by road

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