Bus Tickets from Bangalore to Chennai

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: February 16 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: February 16 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Koyambedu)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: February 16 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bengaluru Madiwala (Flixbus Lounge)
    Arrival time: February 17 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Poonamallee, Eastbound)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 16 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: February 16 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Koyambedu)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 16 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: February 16 at
    Destination city: Chennai
    Destination location: Chennai (Koyambedu)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 16 at
    Departure city: Bangalore
    Departure location: Bangalore Prashanth Hotel
    Arrival time: February 16 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 Price$17
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses83
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance270 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Bangalore to Chennai Buses

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chennai from Bangalore, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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 15m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 6h 15m.

  2. How far is Bangalore from Chennai?

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

  3. How many times do buses run from Bangalore to Chennai every day?

    In general, there are about 83 buses operating on this route, provided by FlixBus, Asian Xpress and Intrcity Smartbus.

  4. What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Bangalore to Chennai?

    You can catch the bus at 4:30am for the first departure, and it runs until 11:59pm for the final departure. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.

  5. 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 $8, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

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

    You can expect to pay around $17 for the bus ride from Bangalore to Chennai.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02-13
$11
02-14
$10
Today
$11
02-16
$15
02-17
$11
02-18
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02-19
$11
02-20
$12
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Bangalore to Chennai was searched and found on Feb 14, 2025 with a price of $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 $10 to $33 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 $11 which is on 2025-02-17.

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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