How to get from Chennai Central to Chennai by bus?

From Chennai Central to Chennai by bus

Take one direct bus from Chennai Central to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam: take the 11G bus from M.G.R.Central Station station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is ₹11.00. The bus schedule from Chennai Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

39min₹11.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11G11G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from M.G.R.Central Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    M.G.R.Central Station
    520 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11G11G
    Wait for bus
    11G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chennai Central to Chennai by bus via A1 and 12G

To get from Chennai Central to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the A1 bus from M.G.R.Central Station station to Thiruvalluvar Statue station. Next, take the 12G bus from Thiruvalluvar Statue station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is ₹17.00. The bus schedule from Chennai Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

49min₹17.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - A1A1
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from M.G.R.Central Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    M.G.R.Central Station
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - A1A1
    Wait for bus
    A1
    Thiruvanmiyur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thiruvalluvar Statue
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chennai Central to Chennai

The distance between Chennai Central, Egmore Nungabakkam and Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam is approximately 11.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chennai Central 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 Chennai Central to Chennai

To check the bus schedule from Chennai Central to Chennai using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chennai Central) 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 Chennai Central to Chennai by bus via A1 and 12G

To get from Chennai Central to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam, take the A1 bus from M.G.R.Central Station station to Thiruvalluvar Statue station. Next, take the 12G bus from Thiruvalluvar Statue station to Postal Colony station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is ₹17.00. The bus schedule from Chennai Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Chennai on the Moovit app.

49min₹17.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - A1A1
Bus - 12G12G
Walk to Chennai
Leaves from M.G.R.Central Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    M.G.R.Central Station
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - A1A1
    Wait for bus
    A1
    Thiruvanmiyur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thiruvalluvar Statue
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 12G12G
    Wait for bus
    12G
    K.K.Nagar B.S.
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Postal Colony
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chennai
    Walk to
    Chennai
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Bus line 11G.

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

    The alternative route takes 49 minutes, using Bus line A1, Bus line 12G.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chennai Central and Chennai?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Chennai Central in Fort Tondiarpet to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam in 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chennai Central to Chennai?

    The 11G bus line goes from M.G.R.Central Station station near Chennai Central in Fort Tondiarpet to K.K.Nagar B.S. station near Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

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

    The total travel time between Chennai Central in Fort Tondiarpet and Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam by bus is about 39 min.

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

    Get on the 11G bus from the M.G.R.Central Station stop near Chennai Central in Fort Tondiarpet.

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

    Get off the bus at the K.K.Nagar B.S. stop, which is closest to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam.

  • When is the first bus from Chennai Central to Chennai?

    The first bus from Chennai Central in Fort Tondiarpet to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is Broadway - K.K Nagar B.S. It leaves the M.G.R.Central Station stop at 1:45 PM.

  • When is the first train from Chennai Central to Chennai?

    The first train from Chennai Central in Fort Tondiarpet to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is Chennai Beach - Tambaram (Slow). It leaves the Chennai Park Railway Station station at 9:33 AM.

  • When is the last metro from Chennai Central to Chennai?

    The last metro from Chennai Central in Fort Tondiarpet to Chennai in Egmore Nungabakkam is the Chennai Central ↔ Airport line. It leaves the Puratchi Thalaivar Dr.M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro station at 4:50 AM.

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

    The ride from Chennai Central to Chennai costs ₹11.00.

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