Coimbatore to Chennai

Coimbatore to Chennai

Coimbatore
Chennai
Wed, May 22
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Coimbatore to Chennai Schedule

Coimbatore to Chennai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 01:35 - 09:10₹ 1,575
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 02:45 - 10:25₹ 2,745
Essaar AC Sleeper 07:50 - 17:30₹ 809
Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt AC Sleeper 09:20 - 18:05₹ 1,491
YBM Travels AC Sleeper 10:30 - 20:00₹ 1,155
Mjt Travels AC Sleeper 13:30 - 21:10₹ 1,733
IndiGo Economy #6E601114:10 - 15:15₹ 3,598
IndiGo Economy 16:15 - 19:55₹ 6,113
Sri Auto Travels AC Sleeper 18:15 - 04:10₹ 1,038
Intrcity Smartbus AC Sleeper 21:55 - 07:20₹ 1,558
Icon Luxury Bus Non-AC Sleeper 22:30 - 06:30₹ 1,553

Transportation from Coimbatore to Chennai

Facts about the transport from Coimbatore to Chennai

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure6:05 AM
Latest Departure11:58 PM
Departures per day113
Distance592 kilometers
Transport CompaniesA1 Travels, Aaliya Express Lines, Air Indiaa Travels, Azul Transports, BSP Bus, Chakra Travels, City Travels, Essaar, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Intrcity Smartbus, Jayavin Travels, Jb Connect, Kallada Travels, Kingfisher Connect, Krish Travels, Lion Travels, Luxe Xpress, Mayurra Travels, Mettur Supers Mss , Mjt Travels, Mrm Travels, National Travels CHN, No 1 Air Travels, Orange Tours, Parveen Travels, Psk Travels, Pss Transport, Sabari Travels, Saheel Tours ans Travels, Shri Aanjaneya Travels, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Sk Balu Bus, Sps Travels, Sri Ganapathy Travels, Sri Krishna Travels, Srl Travels, Surya Connect, Swamy Ayyappa Travels, Thirumalaivasan Transports, TravelODesk India, Vetri Travels, Vkv Travels, Vrt Travels, YBM Travels

How to get from Coimbatore to Chennai

When you want to get from Coimbatore 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 Train 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 41.60. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 7.63.

How far is Coimbatore from Chennai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Coimbatore to Chennai. Your trip will be a total of 368 miles (592 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

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

The travel time from Coimbatore to Chennai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Coimbatore to Chennai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Ganapathy Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 7.63 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 41.60.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 6.76 to USD 29.35;
  • Bus tickets - USD 7.62 to USD 41.60;
  • Plane tickets - USD 53.81 to USD 53.81;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 219.14 to USD 281.17.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:05 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:58. There are 113 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 Coimbatore 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 53.81.

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 Coimbatore to Chennai

IndiGo

Buses

Taking a bus from Coimbatore 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 Coimbatore 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 219.14.

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 Coimbatore to Chennai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Coimbatore 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:

  • 85% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 10% users took a plane.
  • 5% decided to go for a bus.