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Chennai to Trichy by car

Hire a car from Chennai to Trichy on NH 32 and NH 38 for the Srirangam temple, Rockfort and the Kaveri, about six hours by road.

Colorful gopurams Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam temples town
Distance
About 330 km by road
Drive time
5.5–6 hours one way
Pickup
Chennai
Destination
Trichy, Tamil Nadu
Trip type
One way, or stay over and return
Vehicles
Sedan, SUV, tempo traveller, coach

About the trip

Trichy is a central Tamil Nadu city on the Kaveri known for the Rockfort temple and the vast Ranganathaswamy temple at Srirangam. People travel here for pilgrimage, college, work and as a base for Thanjavur and Kumbakonam. The drive runs south on NH 32 to Villupuram and then NH 38 via Perambalur, a smooth four-lane road through rural Tamil Nadu.

What to see in Trichy

On the road

NH 32 to Villupuram, then NH 38 via Perambalur. Samayapuram temple sits just before Trichy; leave by 6 am to arrive by lunch.

Choose your vehicle

SedanEtios, Dzire or similarUp to 4 guests

Airport runs, couples and small families on short trips.

SUVInnova Crysta6–7 guests

The usual pick for family trips, ghat roads and long days on the highway.

PremiumInnova Hycross, Fortuner4–6 guests

Extra room and comfort for special occasions and senior guests.

Tempo Traveller12 to 18 seatsGroups

Extended families, pilgrimage parties and office outings.

Mini coach & coach32 to 50 seatsLarge groups

Weddings, school trips and temple tours with a big party.

Every car is air-conditioned and comes with an experienced driver. Our quote is all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, parking, interstate permit and driver batta — and is confirmed in writing before you book.

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