Kanchipuram to Chennai by bus
Chennai lies 69 km (43 mi) north-east of Kanchipuram, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 29 min including stops, over roughly 84 km (52 mi) of road.
| Kanchipuram | Chennai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 221,715 | 4.7 million |
| Elevation | 85 m (279 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
Where to book buses from Kanchipuram to Chennai
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Staying in Chennai
Our booking partner lists 1,570+ places to stay in Chennai (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 803 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (453), and 41 are five-star. Across 347 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.3 out of 10. Guests have left 148,106 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chennai from Kanchipuram?
69 km (43 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kanchipuram; by road roughly 84 km (52 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kanchipuram to Chennai by bus?
About 1 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kanchipuram and Chennai?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Chennai?
Our booking partner lists 1,570+ places to stay in Chennai, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.