Chennai to Vijayawada by train
Vijayawada lies 382 km (238 mi) north of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 20 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 466 km (290 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Chennai | Vijayawada | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 47 m (154 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 | Gunadala railway station, Nidamanuru railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Vijayawada from Chennai?
382 km (238 mi) in a straight line, north of Chennai; by road roughly 466 km (290 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Vijayawada by train?
About 7 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chennai and Vijayawada?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
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 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.