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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Rest Stop - Hotel Sri Balaji Bhavan | Chennai - Vandalur (N) | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Tirunelveli to Chennai
The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tirunelveli to Chennai by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Tirunelveli to Chennai?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tirunelveli to Chennai start from $9. The average price for this route is around $11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Tirunelveli to Chennai?
The average bus trip duration from Tirunelveli to Chennai is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 327 miles (527 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tirunelveli to Chennai route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 500 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tirunelveli to Chennai?
The earliest bus departs from Tirunelveli to Chennai at 6:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tirunelveli to Chennai?
A bus trip from Tirunelveli to Chennai generates an estimated 13.171475000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tirunelveli to Chennai was searched and found on Sep 21, 2026 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tirunelveli to Chennai, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $20 for a bus ticket from Tirunelveli to Chennai based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2026-09-21.
