How to get from Tambaram West to Chennai by bus?

From Tambaram West to Chennai by bus

To get from Tambaram West to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the S18H bus from Tambaram West station to Tambaram West Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the 12G bus from Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is ₹27.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram West may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

50min₹27.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - S18HS18H
Bus - 7070
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Tambaram West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tambaram West
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - S18HS18H
    Wait for bus
    S18H
    Tambaram
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Avadi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre
    35 min
  • 6
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    Anna Square
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    5 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Tambaram West to Chennai by bus via 583C, 70 and 12G

To get from Tambaram West to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 583C bus from Tambaram West station to Tambaram West Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the 12G bus from Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is ₹27.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram West may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

52min₹27.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 583C583C
Bus - 7070
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Tambaram West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tambaram West
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 583C583C
    Wait for bus
    583C
    Tambaram Sanitorium Bus Stand Via Karasangal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Avadi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre
    35 min
  • 6
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    Anna Square
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    5 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tambaram West to Chennai

The distance between Tambaram West, Egmore Nungabakkam and Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam is approximately 20.84 km, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tambaram West 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 Tambaram West to Chennai

To check the bus schedule from Tambaram West to Chennai using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tambaram West) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Tambaram West to Chennai by bus via 583C, 70 and 12G

To get from Tambaram West to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 583C bus from Tambaram West station to Tambaram West Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the 12G bus from Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is ₹27.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram West may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

52min₹27.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 583C583C
Bus - 7070
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Tambaram West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tambaram West
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 583C583C
    Wait for bus
    583C
    Tambaram Sanitorium Bus Stand Via Karasangal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Avadi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre
    35 min
  • 6
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    Anna Square
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    5 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Tambaram West to Chennai?

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line S18H, Bus line 70, Bus line 12G.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Tambaram West to Chennai?

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 583C, Bus line 70, Bus line 12G.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tambaram West and Chennai?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tambaram West to Chennai?

    The S18H bus line goes from Tambaram West station near Tambaram West in Chengalpattu to Tambaram station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Tambaram station near Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tambaram West to Chennai by bus?

    The total travel time between Tambaram West in Chengalpattu and Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam by bus is about 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tambaram West to get to Chennai?

    Get on the S18H bus from the Tambaram West stop near Tambaram West in Chengalpattu.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tambaram West and Chennai?

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

  • When is the last train from Tambaram West to Chennai?

    The last train from Tambaram West in Chengalpattu to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is the Chennai Beach - Tambaram (Slow) line. It leaves the Tambaram Railway Station station at 5:25 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Tambaram West to Chennai?

    The ride from Tambaram West to Chennai costs ₹27.00.

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