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

Potheri Railway Station to Chennai - Train Schedule

The EMU train from Potheri Railway Station to Chennai runs from 08:05 to 21:20, with departures every 55 min-7 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 18 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Potheri Railway Station to Chennai by bus and train

To get from Potheri Railway Station 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 18 min. The ride fare is ₹166.00. The bus and train schedule from Potheri Railway Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

78min₹166.00
Train - EMUEMU
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from Potheri Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Potheri Railway Station
  • 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
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Public transit directions from Potheri Railway Station to Chennai

The distance between Potheri Railway Station, Egmore Nungabakkam and Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam is approximately 34.77 km, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Potheri Railway Station 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 Railway Station to Chennai

To check the bus and train schedule from Potheri Railway Station to Chennai using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Potheri Railway Station) 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Train line EMU, Bus line 12G.

  • Is there a direct train between Potheri Railway Station and Chennai?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Potheri Railway Station to Chennai?

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

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

    The total travel time between Potheri Railway Station in Chengalpattu and Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam by train and bus is about 1 hr 18 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Pothys stop, which is closest to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

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

    The last train from Potheri Railway Station in Chengalpattu to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is the Chennai Beach - Thirumalpur (Slow) line. It leaves the Potheri Railway Station at 2:50 AM.

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

    The ride from Potheri Railway Station to Chennai costs ₹166.00.

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