Buses from Chennai to Thoothukudi

Buses from Chennai to Thoothukudi

Chennai
Thoothukudi
Fri, Jun 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$8
 
 
$29

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Chennai to Thoothukudi Bus Schedule

Chennai to Thoothukudi Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
IndiGo Economy #6E719305:45 - 07:35₹ 6,641
IndiGo Economy 07:45 - 14:05₹ 5,725
IndiGo Economy 08:50 - 15:35₹ 5,325
IndiGo Economy #6E733910:05 - 11:45₹ 8,742
IndiGo Economy #6E760513:05 - 14:35₹ 5,498
IndiGo Economy #6E717914:20 - 16:05₹ 6,877
Sasi Travels Non-AC Seater 17:25 - 02:55₹ 1,733
Tranz king travels AC Sleeper 19:15 - 06:00₹ 1,964
Apple Bus Non-AC Sleeper 21:20 - 07:00₹ 924
Vivegam Travels AC Sleeper 22:00 - 06:45₹ 1,652

Transportation from Chennai to Thoothukudi

Facts about the bus from Chennai to Thoothukudi

Cheapest Bus$8
Fastest Bus8h 25m
Earliest Bus6:30 PM
Latest Bus10:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance546 kilometers
Bus CompaniesApple Travels, Avk Travels, Kingfisher Connect, KKR Travels, Lion Travels, MNT Mutharamman Travels, Mrm Travels, National Travels CHN, Orange Tours, Sasi Travels, Senthur Velan Travels, Sorna Travels, Sri Sms Travels, Sri Vigneswara Tours Travels, Thirumalaivasan Transports, Tranz king travels, Ttt Travels, Vetri Travels, Vivegam Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels, Yolo Bus

How to get from Chennai to Thoothukudi by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Chennai to Thoothukudi is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Chennai to Thoothukudi tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Chennai to Thoothukudi?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Chennai to Thoothukudi depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Thoothukudi by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Chennai to Thoothukudi is about 8h 25m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Chennai and Thoothukudi may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Thoothukudi by Bus?

The ticket price from Chennai to Thoothukudi can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Chennai to Thoothukudi timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Chennai to Thoothukudi timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.