Chennai to Gandhinagar by train
Gandhinagar lies 1,382 km (859 mi) north-west of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 26 h 29 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 1,686 km (1,048 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Chennai | Gandhinagar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 292,797 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 54 m (177 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 | Gandhinagar Capital railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Gandhinagar from Chennai?
1,382 km (859 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Chennai; by road roughly 1,686 km (1,048 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Gandhinagar by train?
About 26 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chennai and Gandhinagar?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.