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How to get from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds by bus?

From Arumbakkam to Island Grounds by bus

To get from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, take the 70V bus from Arumbakkam station to M.G.R.Koyambedu (C.M.B.T.) station. Next, take the 27B bus from M.G.R.Koyambedu (C.M.B.T.) station to Simpsons / Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is ₹17.00.

51min₹17.00
Bus - 70V70V
Bus - 27B27B
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Arumbakkam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arumbakkam
  • 2
    Bus - 70V70V
    Wait for bus
    70V
    CMBT
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    M.G.R.Koyambedu (C.M.B.T.)
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 27B27B
    Wait for bus
    27B
    Anna Square
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Simpsons / Periyar Bridge
    33 min
  • 6
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    960 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds by bus via D70 and 27B

To get from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, take the D70 bus from Arumbakkam station to Vijayakanth Kalayana Mandapam station. Next, take the 27B bus from Vijayakanth Kalayana Mandapam station to Simpsons / Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is ₹23.00.

51min₹23.00
Bus - D70D70
Bus - 27B27B
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Arumbakkam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arumbakkam
  • 2
    Bus - D70D70
    Wait for bus
    D70
    Ambattur Ie
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vijayakanth Kalayana Mandapam
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 27B27B
    Wait for bus
    27B
    Anna Square
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Simpsons / Periyar Bridge
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    960 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds

The distance between Arumbakkam, Fort Tondiarpet and Island Grounds, Fort Tondiarpet is approximately 13.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fort Tondiarpet – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Arumbakkam

Arumbakkam is located at Arumbakkam, Fort Tondiarpet and the nearest public transit station is Mmda Colony.

Metro stations close to Arumbakkam:

  • CMBT
  • Vadapatani
  • Arumbakkam

Bus stations close to Arumbakkam:

  • Mmda Colony
  • Mmda
  • Jai Nagar

Public transit stations close to Island Grounds, Fort Tondiarpet

Island Grounds is located at Anna Salai, Fort Tondiarpet and the nearest public transit station is Nurse Quarters.

Metro stations close to Island Grounds:

  • Government Estate
  • Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro

Train stations close to Island Grounds:

  • Chindadripet Mrts Station
  • Chennai Park Town Railway Station
  • Chennai Park Railway Station

Bus stations close to Island Grounds:

  • Nurse Quarters
  • Government General Hospital
  • Simpsons / Periyar Bridge

Alternative route from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds by bus via D70 and 27B

To get from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, take the D70 bus from Arumbakkam station to Vijayakanth Kalayana Mandapam station. Next, take the 27B bus from Vijayakanth Kalayana Mandapam station to Simpsons / Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is ₹23.00.

51min₹23.00
Bus - D70D70
Bus - 27B27B
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Arumbakkam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arumbakkam
  • 2
    Bus - D70D70
    Wait for bus
    D70
    Ambattur Ie
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vijayakanth Kalayana Mandapam
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 27B27B
    Wait for bus
    27B
    Anna Square
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Simpsons / Periyar Bridge
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    960 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 70V, Bus line 27B.

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

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line D70, Bus line 27B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arumbakkam and Island Grounds?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds?

    The 70V bus line goes from CMBT station near Arumbakkam in Egmore Nungabakkam to M.G.R.Koyambedu (C.M.B.T.) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till M.G.R.Koyambedu (C.M.B.T.) station near Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet.

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

    The total travel time between Arumbakkam in Egmore Nungabakkam and Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet by bus is about 51 min.

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

    Get on the 70V bus from the CMBT stop near Arumbakkam in Egmore Nungabakkam.

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

    Get off the bus at the M.G.R.Koyambedu (C.M.B.T.) stop, which is closest to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet.

  • When is the first metro from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds?

    The first metro from Arumbakkam in Egmore Nungabakkam to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet is Chennai Central ↔ St. Thomas Mount. It leaves the Arumbakkam station at 10:55 AM.

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

    The ride from Arumbakkam to Island Grounds costs ₹17.00.