How to get from Potheri to Chennai by bus and train?

From Potheri to Chennai by bus and train

To get from Potheri to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the EMU train from Potheri Railway Station station to Mambalam Railway Station station. Next, take the 12G bus from Pothys station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is ₹166.00. The bus and train schedule from Potheri may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

83min₹166.00
Walk to train station
Train - EMUEMU
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Potheri Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Potheri Railway Station
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Beach (Slow)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mambalam Railway Station
    60 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pothys
    470 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Potheri to Chennai by train

To get from Potheri to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the EMU train from Potheri Railway Station station to Tambaram Railway Station station. Next, take the EMU train from Tambaram Railway Station station to Mambalam Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is ₹170.00. The bus and train schedule from Potheri may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

69min₹170.00
Walk to train station
Train - EMUEMU
Train - EMUEMU
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Potheri Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Potheri Railway Station
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Beach (Slow)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tambaram Railway Station
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Beach (Fast)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mambalam Railway Station
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    1.2 km • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Potheri to Chennai

The distance between Potheri, Egmore Nungabakkam and Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam is approximately 34.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Potheri to Chennai by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Egmore Nungabakkam – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Potheri to Chennai

To check the bus and train schedule from Potheri to Chennai using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Potheri) and destination (Chennai), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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From Potheri to Chennai by train

To get from Potheri to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the EMU train from Potheri Railway Station station to Tambaram Railway Station station. Next, take the EMU train from Tambaram Railway Station station to Mambalam Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is ₹170.00. The bus and train schedule from Potheri may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

69min₹170.00
Walk to train station
Train - EMUEMU
Train - EMUEMU
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Potheri Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Potheri Railway Station
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Beach (Slow)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tambaram Railway Station
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Beach (Fast)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mambalam Railway Station
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    1.2 km • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Potheri to Chennai?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Train line EMU, Bus line 12G.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Potheri to Chennai?

    The alternative route takes 69 minutes, using Train line EMU, Train line EMU.

  • Is there a direct train between Potheri and Chennai?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Potheri to Chennai?

    The EMU train line goes from Potheri Railway Station station near Potheri in Chengalpattu to Chennai Beach (Slow) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Chennai Beach (Slow) station near Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

  • How long does it take to travel from Potheri to Chennai by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Potheri in Chengalpattu and Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam by train and bus is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Potheri to get to Chennai?

    Get on the EMU train from the Potheri Railway Station station near Potheri in Chengalpattu.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Potheri and Chennai?

    Get off the train at the Chennai Beach (Slow) stop, which is closest to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

  • How much is the train fare from Potheri to Chennai?

    The ride from Potheri to Chennai costs ₹166.00.

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