How to get from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai by bus?

From Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai by bus

To get from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the 70 bus from Tambaram West Bus Station 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 47 min. The ride fare is ₹21.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram Railway Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

47min₹21.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Tambaram West Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Avadi
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre
    35 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 Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai by bus via 70V and 12G

To get from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the 70V bus from Tambaram West Bus Station 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 56 min. The ride fare is ₹21.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram Railway Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

56min₹21.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 70V70V
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Tambaram West Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 70V70V
    Wait for bus
    70V
    CMBT
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre
    41 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
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Public transit directions from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai

The distance between Tambaram Railway Station, Egmore Nungabakkam and Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam is approximately 19.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tambaram Railway Station 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 Railway Station to Chennai

To check the bus schedule from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tambaram Railway Station) 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 Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai by bus via 70V and 12G

To get from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the 70V bus from Tambaram West Bus Station 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 56 min. The ride fare is ₹21.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram Railway Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

56min₹21.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 70V70V
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Tambaram West Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 70V70V
    Wait for bus
    70V
    CMBT
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashok Pillar / Udhayam Theatre
    41 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 70, Bus line 12G.

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

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 70V, Bus line 12G.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tambaram Railway Station and Chennai?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai?

    The 70 bus line goes from Tambaram West Bus Station station near Tambaram Railway Station in Chengalpattu to Avadi station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Avadi station near Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

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

    The total travel time between Tambaram Railway Station in Chengalpattu and Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam by bus is about 47 min.

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

    Get on the 70 bus from the Tambaram West Bus Station stop near Tambaram Railway Station in Chengalpattu.

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

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

  • When is the last bus from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai?

    The last bus from Tambaram Railway Station in Chengalpattu to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is the Koyambedu Market - Tambaram line. It leaves the Tambaram West Bus Station stop at 8:45 AM.

  • When is the last train from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai?

    The last train from Tambaram Railway Station 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 Railway Station to Chennai?

    The ride from Tambaram Railway Station to Chennai costs ₹21.00.

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