Chennai to Bhilai by train
Bhilai lies 911 km (566 mi) north of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 17 h 28 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 1,112 km (691 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Chennai | Bhilai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 627,734 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 307 m (1,007 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Chennai Central railway station, Chennai Egmore railway station, Royapuram railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Chennai to Bhilai
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Staying in Bhilai
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Bhilai. Of the 19 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (14). Guests have left 144 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Bhilai from Chennai?
911 km (566 mi) in a straight line, north of Chennai; by road roughly 1,112 km (691 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Bhilai by train?
About 17 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chennai and Bhilai?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Bhilai?
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Bhilai, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.