7 Best Weekend Getaways From Chennai (2026) — Short Trips & Places to Visit

Looking for the best weekend getaways from Chennai? Here are 7 getaways ranked by distance — from Kamakshi Amman Temple (~84 km) to Jogulamba Devi Temple, Alampur (~483 km). Each shows how to reach it from Chennai with estimated train, bus and flight fares, plus the best time to visit.

  1. Kamakshi Amman Temple, Tamil Nadu — pilgrimage from Chennai1

    Kamakshi Amman Temple

    ~84 km
    PilgrimageTamil Nadu·★ 4.7

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹110Fastest Outstation Cab (Sedan) · 1h 46m
  2. Tirupati Balaji Temple, Andhra Pradesh — pilgrimage from Chennai2

    Tirupati Balaji Temple

    ~150 km
    PilgrimageAndhra Pradesh·★ 4.9

    Best time: September to February

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹130Fastest Outstation Cab (Sedan) · 2h 59m
  3. French Quarter and Auroville, Puducherry — heritage from Chennai3

    French Quarter and Auroville

    ~171 km
    HeritagePuducherry·★ 4.8

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹140Fastest Outstation Cab (Sedan) · 3h 21m
  4. Bengaluru (Lalbagh & Cubbon Park), Karnataka — city from Chennai4

    Bengaluru (Lalbagh & Cubbon Park)

    ~363 km
    CityKarnataka·★ 4.5

    Best time: Year-round

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹240Fastest Train (3AC) · 6h 33m
  5. Lepakshi Veerabhadra Temple, Andhra Pradesh — pilgrimage from Chennai5

    Lepakshi Veerabhadra Temple

    ~374 km
    PilgrimageAndhra Pradesh·★ 4.6

    Best time: October to February

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹250Fastest Train (3AC) · 6h 44m
  6. Srisailam Mallikarjuna, Andhra Pradesh — pilgrimage from Chennai6

    Srisailam Mallikarjuna

    ~456 km
    PilgrimageAndhra Pradesh·★ 4.6

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹290Fastest Train (3AC) · 8h 3m
  7. Jogulamba Devi Temple, Alampur, Telangana — pilgrimage from Chennai7

    Jogulamba Devi Temple, Alampur

    ~483 km
    PilgrimageTelangana·★ 4.5

    Best time: October to March

    Cheapest Train (Sleeper Class) · ₹305Fastest Train (3AC) · 8h 29m

Frequently asked questions

Which is the closest getaway to Chennai?

Kamakshi Amman Temple in Tamil Nadu is the closest — about 84 km from Chennai, reachable by Train (Sleeper Class) from around ₹110.

How far is Kamakshi Amman Temple from Chennai?

Kamakshi Amman Temple is roughly 84 km by road from Chennai; the fastest option is Outstation Cab (Sedan) (1h 46m). Fares are indicative — verify before booking.

What is the best time to visit weekend getaways from Chennai?

For most weekend getaways from Chennai, the best time to visit is October to March. Check each destination for its exact season.

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