How to get from Pallavaram to Chennai by bus?

From Pallavaram to Chennai by bus

To get from Pallavaram to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the 70V bus from Pallavaram station to Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre station. Next, take the 12G bus from Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is ₹18.00. The bus schedule from Pallavaram may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

40min₹18.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 70V70V
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Pallavaram

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pallavaram
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 70V70V
    Wait for bus
    70V
    CMBT
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre
    27 min
  • 4
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    Anna Square
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    5 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Pallavaram to Chennai by bus via G18 and 11G

To get from Pallavaram to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the G18 bus from Pallavaram station to Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar) station. Next, take the 11G bus from Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar) station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is ₹19.00. The bus schedule from Pallavaram may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

47min₹19.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - G18G18
Bus - 11G11G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Pallavaram

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pallavaram
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - G18G18
    Wait for bus
    G18
    T.Nagar
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar)
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar)
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11G11G
    Wait for bus
    11G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Pallavaram to Chennai

The distance between Pallavaram, Egmore Nungabakkam and Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam is approximately 13.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 40 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Pallavaram 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 Pallavaram to Chennai

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

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Alternative route from Pallavaram to Chennai by bus via G18 and 11G

To get from Pallavaram to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the G18 bus from Pallavaram station to Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar) station. Next, take the 11G bus from Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar) station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is ₹19.00. The bus schedule from Pallavaram may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

47min₹19.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - G18G18
Bus - 11G11G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Pallavaram

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pallavaram
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - G18G18
    Wait for bus
    G18
    T.Nagar
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar)
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thiyagaraya Nagar (T.Nagar)
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11G11G
    Wait for bus
    11G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Bus line 70V, Bus line 12G.

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

    The alternative route takes 47 minutes, using Bus line G18, Bus line 11G.

  • Is there a direct bus between Pallavaram and Chennai?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Pallavaram to Chennai?

    The 70V bus line goes from Pallavaram station near Pallavaram in Chengalpattu to CMBT station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till CMBT station near Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

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

    The total travel time between Pallavaram in Chengalpattu and Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam by bus is about 40 min.

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

    Get on the 70V bus from the Pallavaram stop near Pallavaram in Chengalpattu.

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

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

  • When is the last bus from Pallavaram to Chennai?

    The last bus from Pallavaram in Chengalpattu to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is the Koyambedu Market - Tambaram line. It leaves the Pallavaram stop at 8:53 AM.

  • When is the last train from Pallavaram to Chennai?

    The last train from Pallavaram in Chengalpattu to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is the Chennai Beach - Tambaram (Slow) line. It leaves the Pallavaram Railway Station station at 5:41 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Pallavaram to Chennai?

    The ride from Pallavaram to Chennai costs ₹18.00.

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