Chennai to Hyderabad: the basics
The road distance from Chennai to Hyderabad is about 630 km, and the drive usually takes around 11 hrs 27 mins without long stops. A one-way drop taxi picks you up at your address in Chennai and drops you at your address in Hyderabad; you pay for that one direction only.
Towns on the way
Towns you pass or pass near
Picked from the straight line between the two cities, so the exact highway can differ a little. Distances are approximate, measured from Chennai.
- Nellore — about 150 km from Chennai (drop taxi from Nellore)
Interstate trip: what to know
This trip leaves Tamil Nadu and enters Telangana. For interstate drops, the state border / permit charge of the state you enter, tolls and parking are paid at actuals and are shown separately from the base fare, so nothing is hidden at the end of the trip. Keep your ID and the booking ID handy, and tell us at booking if you plan extra stops.
Fare estimate
A sedan one-way drop from Chennai to Hyderabad starts from about ₹9,850 for roughly 630 km. SUV, Innova and Crysta are priced higher per km; the exact fare for your vehicle and date is shown in the booking form before you confirm. Tolls, parking and permits are not included in this estimate.
Choosing a vehicle
- Sedan (Dzire, Etios or similar): up to 4 passengers with a few bags.
- SUV (Ertiga or similar): families of up to 6.
- Innova / Innova Crysta: more luggage and long-distance comfort for 6-7 people.
Tips for a smooth trip
- Book as early as you can, especially for festival and weekend dates.
- Share exact pickup and drop addresses so the driver can plan the route.
- Start early for long drives and take a short break every 2-3 hours.
- Driver and cab details are sent by SMS and WhatsApp before pickup; you can also check the Track Booking page.
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