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Nellore to Chennai Distance

Nellore (Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district) is in southern Andhra Pradesh, and Chennai is the capital of Tamil Nadu. This is a frequently travelled route.

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Is there a direct train from Nellore to Chennai?

Answer

Yes. Multiple trains run directly between Nellore and Chennai Central, including the Shatabdi Express, East Coast Express, and various intercity trains.

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Key Facts

Nellore is famous for its Nellore fish curry and is one of the major shrimp-producing districts in India. It lies in the fertile Krishna-Godavari delta region.

Distance by Route

  • By Road: Approximately 175–180 km via NH16 (the Chennai–Kolkata National Highway).
  • By Train: Approximately 173 km (train route via Gudur junction).
  • Straight line (Air): Approximately 160 km.

Travel Time

  • By Road: 2.5 to 3 hours by car/bus.
  • By Train: 2 to 3 hours (multiple daily trains including Shatabdi and intercity expresses).
  • By Bus: APSRTC and private buses run frequently β€” approximately 3 hours.

Key Route via NH16

Nellore β†’ Gudur β†’ Sullurupeta β†’ Tada β†’ Naidupeta β†’ Sriharikota (ISRO) β†’ Chennai

The route passes near Sriharikota (ISRO's Satish Dhawan Space Centre), one of India's two space launch facilities.

Questions and Answers

Is there a direct train from Nellore to Chennai?+

Yes. Multiple trains run directly between Nellore and Chennai Central, including the Shatabdi Express, East Coast Express, and various intercity trains.

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