Chennai to Bangalore

Chennai to Bangalore

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Chennai to Bangalore Schedule

Chennai to Bangalore Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Van Family 6pax Any time₹ 17,815
Pmd Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 03:45 - 09:30₹ 687
NueGo A/C Semi Sleeper 05:35 - 12:35₹ 784
YBM Travels AC Sleeper 06:30 - 13:30₹ 959
Highline Transports AC Sleeper 08:00 - 15:45₹ 693
DLTBUS AC Sleeper 11:25 - 18:00₹ 865
Yahweh Orbit AC Sleeper 12:30 - 19:40₹ 807
Sea Bird Tourist A/C Semi Sleeper 15:30 - 22:30₹ 752
Starlink Travels AC Sleeper 16:20 - 23:45₹ 797
Olive Travels Lines AC Seater 19:25 - 01:10₹ 924
Intrcity Smartbus AC Sleeper 21:40 - 04:50₹ 1,323
Intrcity Smartbus AC Sleeper 22:10 - 05:45₹ 1,323

Transportation from Chennai to Bangalore

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Bangalore

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure3:45 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day117
Distance417 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlaguthangam Travels, Anand Travels AT, Asian Xpress, Bharathi Travels, City Travels, DLTBUS, Dream Line Travels, Gee Pee Travels, Green Line Holidays, GRS Travels, Highline Transports, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Intrcity Smartbus, Jabbar Travels, Jayavin Travels, Jts Tours, Kgn India, KMRL Kalaimakal, MKC Travels, National Travels, National Travels NTA, Orange Tours, Parveen Travels, Pmd Travels, Royal Travels, Sea Bird Tourist, Shama Sardar Travels Hpm, Sharma Transports, Sps Travels, SPT Tours and Travels, Sri Sugam Bus, SRS Travels, Starlink Travels, Swamy Ayyappa Travels, Thirumalaivasan Transports, TravelODesk India, Travola, Ust Bus, V2K Travels, Vetri Travels, Vhb Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels, Yolo Bus

How to get from Chennai to Bangalore

When you want to get from Chennai to Bangalore, 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 24.22. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 8.23.

How far is Chennai from Bangalore?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Bangalore. Your trip will be a total of 260 miles (417 km). The flying distance is 441 miles (709 km).

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

The travel time from Chennai to Bangalore 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 Chennai to Bangalore?

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Bangalore varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Pmd Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 8.23 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 24.22.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 3.93 to USD 26.60;
  • Bus tickets - USD 8.23 to USD 24.22;
  • Plane tickets - USD 30.06 to USD 30.06;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 168.46 to USD 218.01.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 03:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 117 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 Chennai to Bangalore. 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 30.06.

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 Chennai to Bangalore

IndiGo

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Bangalore 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 Chennai to Bangalore. 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 168.46.

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 Chennai to Bangalore

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Bangalore? 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:

  • 88% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 10% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% users took a plane.