How to get from Tambaram East to Island Grounds by bus?

From Tambaram East to Island Grounds by bus

To get from Tambaram East to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, take the 70M bus from Tambaram East station to Tirusulam station. Next, take the AC-E18 bus from Tirusulam station to Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is ₹51.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram East may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Island Grounds on the Moovit app.

75min₹51.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 70M70M
Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Tambaram East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tambaram East
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 70M70M
    Wait for bus
    70M
    Vadapalani
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tirusulam
    22 min
  • 4
    Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
    Wait for bus
    AC-E18
    Broadway
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
    41 min
  • 6
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    730 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Tambaram East to Island Grounds by bus via 51A and AC-E18

To get from Tambaram East to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, take the 51A bus from Tambaram East station to Chellammal College station. Next, take the AC-E18 bus from Chellammal College station to Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is ₹47.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram East may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Island Grounds on the Moovit app.

84min₹47.00
Bus - 51A51A
Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Tambaram East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Tambaram East
  • 2
    Bus - 51A51A
    Wait for bus
    51A
    T.Nagar
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chellammal College
    46 min
  • 4
    Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
    Wait for bus
    AC-E18
    Broadway
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    730 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tambaram East to Island Grounds

The distance between Tambaram East, Fort Tondiarpet and Island Grounds, Fort Tondiarpet is approximately 27.54 km, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tambaram East to Island Grounds by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fort Tondiarpet – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Tambaram East to Island Grounds

To check the bus schedule from Tambaram East to Island Grounds using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tambaram East) and destination (Island Grounds), 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 East to Island Grounds by bus via 51A and AC-E18

To get from Tambaram East to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, take the 51A bus from Tambaram East station to Chellammal College station. Next, take the AC-E18 bus from Chellammal College station to Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is ₹47.00. The bus schedule from Tambaram East may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Island Grounds on the Moovit app.

84min₹47.00
Bus - 51A51A
Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Tambaram East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Tambaram East
  • 2
    Bus - 51A51A
    Wait for bus
    51A
    T.Nagar
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chellammal College
    46 min
  • 4
    Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
    Wait for bus
    AC-E18
    Broadway
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    730 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Tambaram East to Island Grounds?

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 70M, Bus line AC-E18.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Tambaram East to Island Grounds?

    The alternative route takes 84 minutes, using Bus line 51A, Bus line AC-E18.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tambaram East and Island Grounds?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tambaram East to Island Grounds?

    The 70M bus line goes from Tambaram East station near Tambaram East in Chengalpattu to Vadapalani station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Vadapalani station near Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tambaram East to Island Grounds by bus?

    The total travel time between Tambaram East in Chengalpattu and Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet by bus is about 1 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tambaram East to get to Island Grounds?

    Get on the 70M bus from the Tambaram East stop near Tambaram East in Chengalpattu.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tambaram East and Island Grounds?

    Get off the bus at the Vadapalani stop, which is closest to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet.

  • When is the first train from Tambaram East to Island Grounds?

    The first train from Tambaram East in Chengalpattu to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet is Chennai Beach - Tambaram (Slow). It leaves the Tambaram Railway Station station at 9:30 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Tambaram East to Island Grounds?

    The ride from Tambaram East to Island Grounds costs ₹51.00.

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