There
are two major railway stations in Chennai. Chennai Central is the bigger one
and connects the city by broad gauge as also broad gauge trains to all major
cities and towns of India. The Egmore station is the starting point for both
metre gauge and broad gauge trains proceeding to destinations within the state
as well as trains to neighbouring Kerala. Chennai is also accessible by road
from any part of India.
Chennai is an international airport connected by several international airlines
while the domestic traffic is handled by Indian Airlines. There are regular
flights to several cities around the world from the International Terminal.
There are also daily flights to all important centres in India from the Domestic
Terminal.
Air:
Kamaraj National and Anna International Airports are situated at Meenambakkam
about 20 kms. from city. Can also be reached by suburban train services. Alight
at Tirusulum. You must travel light and walk a km to airport.
Rail:
Chennai is connected by rail with all major towns and cities in India. Main
Railway Stations: Central and Egmore. Central linking north and west and Egmore
south.
Road:
Chennai is connected by good network of roads with all important places in Tamil
Nadu and other parts of India. You may rent a car with popular private cab owners.
White plated taxis ply 5 people on contract. Pre-paid taxis and airport coaches
are available at airports.