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from US$11
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Koyambedu)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bengaluru Madiwala (Flixbus Lounge)
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Poonamallee, Eastbound)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Koyambedu)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Koyambedu)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Koyambedu)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Bangalore to Chennai: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$13
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 35m
Number of daily buses284
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance282 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Bangalore to Chennai Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bangalore - Chennai

  1. How long is the bus ride from Bangalore to Chennai?

    The bus ride from Bangalore to Chennai takes 8h 35m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 6h 10m.

  2. How far is Bangalore from Chennai?

    The distance between Bangalore and Chennai is approximately 291 km (181 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Bangalore to Chennai?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Bangalore to Chennai. With a starting ticket price of US$7, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Bangalore to Chennai?

    You can expect to pay around US$13 for the bus ride from Bangalore to Chennai.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-09
US$14
05-10
US$14
Today
US$10
05-12
US$14
05-13
US$13
05-14
US$10
05-15
US$13
05-16
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bangalore to Chennai was searched and found on May 11, 2025 with a price of US$10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bangalore to Chennai, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$23 for a bus ticket from Bangalore to Chennai based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10 which is on 2025-05-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bangalore to Chennai, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bangalore to Chennai.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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