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How to get from Railway Quarters to Chennai by bus?

From Railway Quarters to Chennai by bus

To get from Railway Quarters to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the 27D bus from Railway Quarters station to Shanthi Theatre station. Next, take the 11G bus from Shanthi Theatre station to Anjugam School station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is ₹19.00. The bus schedule from Railway Quarters may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

50min₹19.00
Bus - 27D27D
Bus - 11G11G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Railway Quarters

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Railway Quarters
  • 2
    Bus - 27D27D
    Wait for bus
    27D
    Foreshore Estate
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shanthi Theatre
    22 min
  • 4
    Bus - 11G11G
    Wait for bus
    11G
    Iyyappanthangal
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Anjugam School
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    430 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Railway Quarters to Chennai by bus via 46, 47J and 12G

To get from Railway Quarters to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 46 bus from Railway Quarters station to Shanthi Colony station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 47J bus and finally take the 12G bus from Pondy Bazaar station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is ₹23.00. The bus schedule from Railway Quarters may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

45min₹23.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4646
Bus - 47J47J
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Railway Quarters

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Quarters
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4646
    Wait for bus
    46
    M.G.R.Koyambedu
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shanthi Colony
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 47J47J
    Wait for bus
    47J
    T.Nagar
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pondy Bazaar
    20 min
  • 6
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    8 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Railway Quarters to Chennai

The distance between Railway Quarters, Egmore Nungabakkam and Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam is approximately 17.08 km, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Railway Quarters to Chennai by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Egmore Nungabakkam – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Railway Quarters to Chennai

To check the bus schedule from Railway Quarters to Chennai using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Railway Quarters) and destination (Chennai), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Alternative route from Railway Quarters to Chennai by bus via 46, 47J and 12G

To get from Railway Quarters to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 46 bus from Railway Quarters station to Shanthi Colony station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 47J bus and finally take the 12G bus from Pondy Bazaar station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is ₹23.00. The bus schedule from Railway Quarters may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

45min₹23.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4646
Bus - 47J47J
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Railway Quarters

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Quarters
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4646
    Wait for bus
    46
    M.G.R.Koyambedu
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shanthi Colony
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 47J47J
    Wait for bus
    47J
    T.Nagar
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pondy Bazaar
    20 min
  • 6
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    8 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Railway Quarters to Chennai?

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 27D, Bus line 11G.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Railway Quarters to Chennai?

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 46, Bus line 47J, Bus line 12G.

  • Is there a direct bus between Railway Quarters and Chennai?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Railway Quarters to Chennai?

    The 27D bus line goes from Foreshore Estate station near Railway Quarters in Perambur Purasavakam to Shanthi Theatre station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Shanthi Theatre station near Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

  • How long does it take to travel from Railway Quarters to Chennai by bus?

    The total travel time between Railway Quarters in Perambur Purasavakam and Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam by bus is about 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Railway Quarters to get to Chennai?

    Get on the 27D bus from the Foreshore Estate stop near Railway Quarters in Perambur Purasavakam.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Railway Quarters and Chennai?

    Get off the bus at the Shanthi Theatre stop, which is closest to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

  • How much is the bus fare from Railway Quarters to Chennai?

    The ride from Railway Quarters to Chennai costs ₹19.00.