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How to Reach Andaman from Chennai
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How to Reach Andaman from Chennai
| By Air | By Road | By Train | By Sea | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai to Andaman | 3.0 hours | - | - | - |
How To Reach Andaman From Chennai
If you are planning a long vacation and want to unwrap the hidden options to travel to India. Then the Andaman and Nicobar Islands can be your spot. The northern Andaman Islands and the southern Nicobar Islands are grouped into two main clusters. Separated by a 150 km (93 mi) wide channel. Plus, travelling from Chennai to Andaman can be tricky for you. However, acknowledging the best route can help you to cover the Chennai-Andaman distance with ease. There are mainly two convenient ways you can reach Andaman, either by flight or by ship. You can only take a train to Chennai, and from there you can take a flight to Andaman.
How To Reach Andaman From Chennai By Train
There is no direct way to reach Andaman from Chennai by train, as Andaman is surrounded by sea. However, if you really want to travel to Andaman by sea. Then you can take a train to the nearest city from Andaman. Or take a train to Chennai or Kolkata; there are several options such as Coromandel Express, and MAS HWH SF Mail. Can help you to reach Chennai which will take 28 hours covering approximately 1,654 km of distance. From there, you can board a flight or ship to reach your destination.
How To Reach Andaman From Chennai By Air
The most rapid and smooth way to reach Andaman from Chennai is by plane ride, as the Andaman is surrounded by waters and has no road or direct rail connectivity. So taking a plane ride can be the most convenient and fastest way to reach. You can take a flight from Chennai through Madras International Meenambakkam Airport (MAA), also known as Chennai International Airport, to Veer Savarkar International Airport (IXJ) in Port Blair (Shri Vijaya Puram). Which covers 1,367 kilometres from Chennai to Andaman in just 2 or 3 hours.
How To Reach Andaman From Chennai By Ship
Another way to reach Andaman from Chennai is by ship which can be considered the convenient way to reach the Andaman, and the reason of this particular statement is that the Andaman is fully surrounded by sea with no direct connectivity of road or rail. Hence you can take M.V. Nancowry, M.V. Akbar, or M.V. Nicobar to go to Andaman. It will take 55- 60 hours, approx., 2-3 days to reach Port Blair covering a distance of around 1462 kilometres.
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FAQs of Andaman
Which month is best to visit Andaman?
The month of December is considered best to visit Andaman Island.
What is the best way to reach Andaman?
The easiest and most convenient way to reach the Andaman Islands is via air. Take a flight from any major metro city to Port Blair airport. A typical journey takes about 2-4 hours. If you’re looking to cut costs, you can travel to Kolkata or Vishakhapatnam via road or railway and take a flight from there, as both cities are the closest to Andaman in terms of distance.
What is Andaman famous for?
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are known for their natural pearls, wildlife, and tropical rainforests. The islands are also home to Asia's only active volcano.
What type of clothes to wear in Andaman?
Andaman is a place in which you can experience mild temperatures. so you should pack light, breathable, and comfortable clothing. Which will let you explore the infamous place in India with ease.
What is the best time to plan a cruise to Andaman?
The most preferred month to plan a cruise to Andaman is from January to April.
Are there any private cruises?
There aren’t any private cruises operating from India to Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
How long does it take from Chennai to Andaman by cruise?
The entire journey from Chennai to Andaman by cruise takes about 3 to 4 days. There are ships going from Chennai and Kolkata port thrice or four times every month.
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