Hoshiarpur to Chidambaram
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Hoshiarpur, Punjab to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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: Hoshiarpur to Chidambaram
2954 km · ~63h 45m · About 59h of driving split over 7 days, plus stops.
- Start from Hoshiarpur
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 422Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 572Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 722Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 844Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 994Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1144Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1266Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1416Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1566Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1688Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1838Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1988Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2110Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2260Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2410Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2532Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2682Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2832Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChidambaramChidambaram, 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: Hoshiarpur to Chidambaram
2954 km · ~65h 39m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Hoshiarpur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Hoshiarpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Hoshiarpur → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~985 km
~21h 53m|Tentative fare ₹1,080–₹2,810
- Change buses at a major city (around km 985)
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.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~985 km
~21h 53m|Tentative fare ₹1,080–₹2,810
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1969)
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.
- change point 2 → Chidambaram
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~985 km
~21h 53m|Tentative fare ₹1,080–₹2,810
- 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: Hoshiarpur to Chidambaram
Nearest railway stations: Hoshiarpur for Hoshiarpur, Chidambaram for Chidambaram.
No direct train found — best options with a change
2 changes · 67h 15m in total
Change trains at Ambala Cant Jn — about 7h 15m wait
Change trains at Vijayawada Jn — about 6h 30m wait
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.
Hoshiarpur to Chidambaram: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Hoshiarpur to Chidambaram is about 2954 km by road, roughly 59.1 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 2954 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,01,662 · Ertiga ₹1,29,577 · Innova ₹1,35,161 · Innova Crysta ₹1,66,451 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,30,072
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹3,250 · AC Seater ₹5,320 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,730 · AC Sleeper ₹6,790 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹8,320
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,800 · Economy ₹2,980 · Third AC ₹4,170 · Second AC ₹5,940 · First AC ₹8,300
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Hoshiarpur to Chidambaram. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Rohtak390 km from Hoshiarpur
Haryana
- Abhaneri660 km from Hoshiarpur
Rajasthan
- Bhimbetka1265 km from Hoshiarpur
Madhya Pradesh
- Yavatmal1640 km from Hoshiarpur
Maharashtra
- Miyapur2055 km from Hoshiarpur
Telangana
- Kadapa Airport2490 km from Hoshiarpur
Andhra Pradesh
Hotels in Chidambaram
Comfortable 3-star stays in Chidambaram. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
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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
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
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Chidambaram trip and see the full Hoshiarpur → Chidambaram → next stop route.
Chidambaram → Kumbakonam
About 75 km by road
Chidambaram → Velankanni
About 105 km by road
Chidambaram → Tiruvannamalai
About 150 km by road
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