Buses from Thoothukudi to Chennai

Buses from Thoothukudi to Chennai

Thoothukudi
Chennai
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Thoothukudi to Chennai Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Mrm Travels
AC Seater
09:00
18:50
$13.19
Vkv Travels
AC Sleeper
17:55
04:50
$22.42
Vkv Travels
AC Sleeper
18:20
05:15
$21.32
Mrm Travels
Non-AC Seater
18:40
04:30
$12.09
Mrm Travels
AC Sleeper
19:00
05:00
$13.74
Ttt Travels
Non-AC Seater
19:20
06:55
$12.08
Tranz king travels
AC Sleeper
19:40
06:00
$15.94
Vivegam Travels
Non-AC Sleeper
20:00
05:55
$13.18
Vetri Travels
AC Sleeper
20:20
06:40
$13.67
Ttt Travels
Non-AC Seater
20:40
06:55
$7.68
YBM Travels
AC Sleeper
21:00
07:30
$18.35
Intrcity Smartbus
AC Seater
21:20
07:35
$8.12
Sri Thamizha Travels
Non-AC Seater
21:39
06:14
$7.68
Aathiyappantravels
Non-AC Seater
21:55
07:10
$8.23
Sri Thamizha Travels
Non-AC Seater
22:14
08:49
$8.78
Tranz king travels
AC Sleeper
22:30
08:15
$14.93
Sri Sms Travels
Non-AC Seater
22:50
08:55
$6.03
Avk Travels
AC Sleeper
23:10
08:05
$14.29

How to get from Thoothukudi to Chennai by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Thoothukudi to Chennai 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 Thoothukudi to Chennai 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 Thoothukudi to Chennai?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Thoothukudi to Chennai 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 Thoothukudi to Chennai by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Thoothukudi to Chennai is about 8h 5m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Thoothukudi and Chennai 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 Thoothukudi to Chennai by Bus?

The ticket price from Thoothukudi to Chennai 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.

Thoothukudi to Chennai timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Thoothukudi to Chennai 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.

Transportation from Thoothukudi to Chennai

Facts about the bus from Thoothukudi to Chennai

Cheapest Bus$11
Fastest Bus8h 5m
Earliest Bus7:10 晚上
Latest Bus11:25 晚上
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance584 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAl Ayaan Travels, Annam Travels, Apple Travels, Avk Travels, Devi Travels, Intrcity Smartbus, Jbm Travels, Jbs Travels, KKR Travels, Lion Travels, MNT Mutharamman Travels, Mrm Travels, National Travels CHN, Pat Bus, Pm Sss Travels, Rp Travels, RRR Travels, Rst Roadways, Sasi Travels, Sbm Traansport, Senthur Velan Travels, Sri Shravan Travels, Sri Siva Travels, Sri Sms Travels, Thiruchendur Murugan Travels, Thirumalaivasan Transports, Tranz king travels, Ttt Travels, Vetri Travels, Vivegam Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels