Bangalore to Chennai

Bangalore to Chennai

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Bangalore to Chennai Schedule

Bangalore to Chennai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Bharathi Travels AC Sleeper 01:20 - 07:00₹ 1,847
Sri Sugam Bus AC Sleeper 03:30 - 09:30₹ 1,385
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 05:00 - 11:40₹ 428
Indian Railways CC - AC Chair Class 06:20 - 12:15₹ 865
Yolo Bus AC Sleeper 09:10 - 16:49₹ 1,188
Yolo Bus AC Sleeper 10:45 - 16:59₹ 807
KMRL Kalaimakal AC Seater 12:15 - 19:15₹ 1,213
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 15:10 - 21:10₹ 328
Parveen Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 16:30 - 22:10₹ 1,727
Thirumalaivasan Transports AC Sleeper 18:00 - 00:20₹ 924
SPT Tours and Travels AC Sleeper 21:45 - 04:55₹ 1,616
Intrcity Smartbus AC Seater 22:00 - 06:30₹ 890

Transportation from Bangalore to Chennai

Facts about the transport from Bangalore to Chennai

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure3:30 AM
Latest Departure11:50 PM
Departures per day105
Distance438 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Air India Express, Alaguthangam Travels, DLTBUS, Dream Line Travels, Gee Pee Travels, Green Line Holidays, Highline Transports, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Intrcity Smartbus, Jabbar Travels, Jayavin Travels, Jts Tours, KMRL Kalaimakal, Luxe Xpress, National Travels, National Travels NTA, NueGo, Parveen Travels, Royal Travels, Sea Bird Tourist, Shama Sardar Travels Hpm, Sharma Transports, Sps Travels, SPT Tours and Travels, Sri Sugam Bus, SRS Travels, Swamy Ayyappa Travels, Thirumalaivasan Transports, TravelODesk India, Ust Bus, V2K Travels, Vetri Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels, Yolo Bus

Bangalore to Chennai Destination Reviews

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Difficult to find the Right information of the plataform. We were sleeping and somebody came in the middle of the night, woke up us to ask about the place. Why If he ask before the entry in the train? We were sleeping and he was a little bit rude asking people while they were sleeping. The control should bê before going and Not this kind of disturbation.
Train #16022 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper, Indian Railways, Apr 1, 2022
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How to get from Bangalore to Chennai

When you want to get from Bangalore to Chennai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 37.35. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 6.92.

How far is Bangalore from Chennai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bangalore to Chennai. Your trip will be a total of 273 miles (438 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

How long does it take to get from Bangalore to Chennai?

The travel time from Bangalore to Chennai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Bangalore to Chennai?

The cost of the trip from Bangalore to Chennai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Jabbar Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 6.92 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 37.35.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bangalore to Chennai:

  • Bus tickets - USD 6.92 to USD 37.35;
  • Train tickets - USD 16.59 to USD 23.47;
  • Plane tickets - USD 24.29 to USD 43.60;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 159.57 to USD 235.38.

How many trips per day are there between Bangalore and Chennai?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 03:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:50. There are 105 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bangalore to Chennai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 24.29.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Bangalore to Chennai

Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangalore to Chennai is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Bangalore to Chennai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 159.57.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Bangalore to Chennai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bangalore to Chennai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 87% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 12% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other