Our Chennai to Vellore cab covers about 140 km in 2.5–3 hours on NH48 through Sriperumbudur, Walajapet and Ranipet. Many passengers travel for appointments at CMC Vellore or to VIT, while others visit Vellore Fort and the Sripuram Golden Temple. It is a short, easy highway drive with pickups from Chennai airport, Central and Egmore railway stations, and homes across the city.
One-way fares are charged on at least 130 km. Round-trip fares are for the same car returning to Chennai (280 km over 1 day, with a daily minimum). Toll, parking and state permit are extra.
The route leaves Chennai via Poonamallee and joins NH48 at Sriperumbudur, passing the Rajiv Gandhi memorial and the town's large industrial parks. It continues past the Kanchipuram turn-off, then through Walajapet and Ranipet before crossing the Palar river into Vellore. CMC hospital, Vellore Fort and the bus stand lie close together in the town centre, while VIT is in Katpadi to the north and Sripuram is about 10 km south. Traffic leaving Chennai is the main variable; once on NH48, the drive is smooth.
Summer afternoons on the Chennai–Vellore stretch are hot, which is why many travellers leave at dawn and arrive before the midday heat. October to December is the northeast monsoon season, when heavy rain can slow traffic for a few hours; the cooler months from December to February are ideal.
A sedan suits most travellers on this short highway route, while an Innova gives patients and families extra space. Choose a Swift Dzire or Etios for light luggage and up to four travellers, an Ertiga or Innova for six to seven, or an Innova Crysta when you want the most comfortable ride over 140 km. Tempo Travellers, the Force Urbania and mini buses cover group trips.
Current fares for each vehicle on the Chennai to Vellore route are shown on this page. Book online with the form, or call or WhatsApp +91 99725 37722.
Birthplace of Ramanuja and site of the Rajiv Gandhi memorial.
Moated granite fort with the Jalakandeswarar temple inside.
A gold-covered temple set in star-shaped gardens south of Vellore.
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About 140 km on NH48, roughly 2.5–3 hours by cab depending on Chennai traffic.
Yes. We drop at CMC, VIT, hotels and the Golden Temple; tell us the exact address.
Yes. Many travellers book a round trip for hospital visits or a day of sightseeing.
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