Chennai to Virār by train
Virār lies 1,066 km (662 mi) north-west of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 h 26 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 1,300 km (808 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Chennai | Virār | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 9 m (30 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 Virār
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Staying in Virār
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Virār. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 26 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Virār from Chennai?
1,066 km (662 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Chennai; by road roughly 1,300 km (808 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Virār by train?
About 20 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chennai and Virār?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Virār?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Virār, 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.