Chennai to Kanchipuram Taxi

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Sit back and relax while we take you on a 1 Day trip to Kanchipuram from Chennai by private taxi

Vehicle	Trip Duration	Km Included	Package Price
Swift Dzire Sedan (4 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 3515
Tata Indigo Sedan (4 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 3515
Toyota Etios Sedan (4 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 3780
Maruti Ertiga SUV (6 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 4625
Mahinda Xylo SUV (6 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 4625
Toyota Innova SUV (7 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 5155
Toyota Innova Crysta SUV (6 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 5685
Tempo Traveller (AC) MUV (12 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	₹ 6200
Mini Bus (AC) Coach (22 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	Get a Quote
Mini Bus (AC) Coach (30 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	Get a Quote
Bus (AC) Coach (52 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	Get a Quote
Luxury Bus (Multi Axle) Coach (55 + 1)	1 Day	265 km	Get a Quote

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Car Rental Fare for 2 Days from Chennai to Kanchipuram

Vehicle	Trip Duration	Km Included	Package Price
Swift Dzire Sedan (4 + 1)	2 Days	520 km	₹ 6920
Tata Indigo Sedan (4 + 1)	2 Days	520 km	₹ 6920
Toyota Etios Sedan (4 + 1)	2 Days	520 km	₹ 7440
Maruti Ertiga SUV (6 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	₹ 10600
Mahinda Xylo SUV (6 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	₹ 10600
Toyota Innova SUV (7 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	₹ 11840
Toyota Innova Crysta SUV (6 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	₹ 13080
Tempo Traveller (AC) MUV (12 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	₹ 14200
Mini Bus (AC) Coach (22 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	Get a Quote
Mini Bus (AC) Coach (30 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	Get a Quote
Bus (AC) Coach (52 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	Get a Quote
Luxury Bus (Multi Axle) Coach (55 + 1)	2 Days	620 km	Get a Quote

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Need to get from Chennai to Kanchipuram as quickly as possible? Use our drop taxi service!

Vehicle	Km Included	Package Price	Extra km cost
Swift Dzire Sedan (4 + 1)	100 km	₹ 1930	₹ 15.5
Tata Indigo Sedan (4 + 1)	100 km	₹ 1930	₹ 15.5
Toyota Etios Sedan (4 + 1)	100 km	₹ 2049	₹ 17
Maruti Ertiga SUV (6 + 1)	100 km	₹ 2456	₹ 21
Mahinda Xylo SUV (6 + 1)	100 km	₹ 2456	₹ 21
Toyota Innova SUV (7 + 1)	100 km	₹ 2694	₹ 24
Toyota Innova Crysta SUV (6 + 1)	100 km	₹ 2932	₹ 26.5
Tempo Traveller (AC) MUV (12 + 1)	100 km	₹ 3301	₹ 28
Mini Bus (AC) Coach (22 + 1)	100 km	Get a Quote	–
Mini Bus (AC) Coach (30 + 1)	100 km	Get a Quote	–
Bus (AC) Coach (52 + 1)	100 km	Get a Quote	–
Luxury Bus (Multi Axle) Coach (55 + 1)	100 km	Get a Quote	–

Kanchipuram is known as the golden city as it is home to a thousand temples. It is popular for several reasons such as the Kanchipuram silk saree woven with hand looms, and various types of temple architectural styles consisting of 1000-pillared halls and huge towers. The Chennai to Kanchipuram road trip by booking a private taxi from Chennai Drive is a great way to peek into the age-old traditions of the temple city.

Kanchipuram is considered one of the seven Tirthas making it a significant religious place. It offers sightseeing spots suitable for the tastes of every visitor. The city provides a perfect place for photography with great aesthetic locations with various temple architecture to form the perfect backdrop for your pictures. Due to its popularity, it is flooded with travelers from all around the world making it a great place to know about various other cultures.

The distance from Chennai to Kanchipuram by car is around 75 km and it takes around 3 hours to complete this journey. By hiring a chauffeur driven private taxi from Chennai Drive, you can also combine sightseeing along the road to Kanchipuram.

Route from Chennai to Kanchipuram 

The best route to travel from Chennai to Kanchipuram is via Tambaram – Mudichur – Walajabad Road/ Vandalur – Oragadam – Walajabad Road. The distance is about 85 kilometers. 

An alternate route to travel from Chennai to Kanchipuram is via the NH 48 which takes approximately the same time as the other route. The network of highways that connect Chennai to Kanchipuram is well-maintained. 

Both the routes that lead to Kanchipuram are access-controlled, 4-lane highways with toll booths at intervals. The roads are smooth but often have a high level of traffic during peak hours increasing the journey time considerably.

Places to visit in Kanchipuram

Kamakshi Amman Temple

Kamakshi Amman Temple is a temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakshi. It is also one of the 51 Shakti Peethas which is believed to be the center of the earth or at least the eastern hemisphere. The most important annual festival of Maasi Pooram is celebrated from Feb- March. Other festivals like Ther (chariot festival), Theppam (float festival), Navaratri, Aadi and Aippasi Pooram, Sankara Jayanthi, and Vasanta Utsavam are also celebrated throughout the year.

Varadaraja Temple

Varadaraja Temple is one of the Divya Desams, the 108 temples of Vishnu believed to have been visited by the 12 poet saints, or the Alvars. During the major festival that takes place in May-Jun, thousands of people gather around the temple to enjoy the chariot procession. Atthi Varadar festival is held every 40 years to worship the Atthi Varadharaja Perumal idol which is brought out from the underground chamber inside the temple tank called the Anantha Sarovaram.

Devarajaswami Temple

Devarajaswami Temple is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu and is one of the Divya Desams visited and mentioned in the works of Tamil saints named Azhvars. It has a hundred pillared mandapam which has become a center of attraction for marriage. The exquisite carvings and delicate works of art in this temple are a beauty to behold. The temple hosts festivals every month.

Kailasanathar Temple

Kailasanathar Temple is notable for its remarkable cave temples. The inner wall of the temple consists of beautiful mural art. The temple has 58 small shrines dedicated to other forms of Shiva. It also has a passage situated along the compound wall for devotees to crawl through. The Maha Shivratri is the biggest festival held here in Jan-Feb to offer prayers to Lord Shiva.

Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam

Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam is a type of Hindu monastery located near a temple dedicated to Goddess Sri Kamakshi of the Shaktism tradition, along with a shrine for the Advaita Vedanta teacher Adi Shankara. It is known for its long historical living tradition of matha which is to pursue spiritual knowledge. Nithya Annadhanam is free food that is provided to all visiting Kanchi and the Math. Much voluntary and relief work is carried out here to help society.

Activities and Things to do on your Chennai to Kanchipuram Trip

Kanchipuram is a popular destination for both domestic and foreign tourists. The city is known for its temples and silk sarees, and there are plenty of things to see and do here. For those interested in history and culture, Kanchipuram is a must-visit city.

You must enjoy south Indian delicacies like rasam, sweet Pongal, payasam, sambhar, idli, vada, and dosa along the way. You can also find authentic silk saree made locally. But it’s not just about sarees here, you can also shop for decorative items, fruit baskets, jewelry boxes, and idols of various Gods and Goddesses made of stone, bronze, copper, stone, and jute as souvenirs and gifts. You can also relax at gorgeous beaches like Mahabalipuram Beach and Covelong Beach.

About Chennai

The presence of gorgeous beaches, eateries, religious heritage such as temples and churches, and historical architecture makes Chennai worth exploring. Chennai caters to both history buffs as well as wild adventurous souls. The city is rich in culture but also has a vibrant metropolis vibe. Being the capital of the state of TamilNadu, Chennai is also an important commercial hub and even an upcoming hub for the Tech industry.

Chennai to Kanchipuram road trip will make your day memorable and offer respite from the humdrum of routine life. Discover unparalleled convenience with our chauffeur-driven car rental services, ensuring a seamless journey from start to finish. Reach out now by filling the Contact form to reserve your effortless transportation with Chennai Drive.

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