How to reach Mahabalipuram
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Reach Mahabalipuram by Train
The nearest rail head to Mahabalipuram is Chengalpattu which is 29 km and Chennai is also the major railway station to the town which is connected to all the major cities across India. Daily trains and super fast express are available to and from different cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Agra, Kolkata, Bangalore and Hyderabad etc. Road transport options are easily available from Chennai to reach the town.
Reach Mahabalipuram by Road
Regular buses run from Mahabalipuram to Chennai, Kanchipuram and Puducherry. The road network is quite good and the tourists can also hire taxi from Chennai to reach the town.
Reach Mahabalipuram by Air
The nearest airport to Mahabalipuram is Chennai International Airport at a distance of about 58 km. It has both domestic and international flights to the major destinations in the country and abroad. Regular taxis are available from the airport that cost around Rs 1200 to reach Mahabalipuram.
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| Month | Weather Condition | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr |  |
34°C | 26°C | 8mm |
- Best Season: Nov - Feb
- Summer: 22 to 42°C
- Winter: 18 to 32°C
- Rain: Oct - Dec
- Altitude: 6 m
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| Month | Weather Condition | High | Low | Rain |
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| Apr |  |
36°C | 26°C | 24mm |
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Air, Entertainment, Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water
| Month | Weather Condition | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | |
33°C | 26°C | 8mm |
- Best Season: Oct - March
- Summer: 24 to 41°C
- Winter: 17 to 32°C
- Rain: Jul - Sep
- Altitude: 0 m
Amusement Park, Beaches, Boating, Church, Garden, Kayaking, Lakes, Monuments, Museum, Paragliding .....
Entertainment, Heritage, Land, Nature, Pilgrim, Water
| Month | Weather Condition | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | |
36°C | 26°C | 30mm |
- Best Season: Sep - Mar
- Summer: 23 - 43°C
- Winter: 15 - 35°C
- Rain: Jul - Sep
- Altitude: 161 m (528 ft)
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