Chennai to Kanayannur by train
Kanayannur lies 558 km (347 mi) south-west of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 10 h 42 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 681 km (423 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Chennai | Kanayannur | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 851,406 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 1 m (3 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 |
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Staying in Kanayannur
Our booking partner lists 191 places to stay in Kanayannur. Of the 188 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (128), and 6 are five-star. Guests have left 1,729 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kanayannur from Chennai?
558 km (347 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chennai; by road roughly 681 km (423 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Kanayannur by train?
About 10 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chennai and Kanayannur?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kanayannur?
Our booking partner lists 191 places to stay in Kanayannur, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.