How to get from Kakkalur to Island Grounds by bus and train?

From Kakkalur to Island Grounds by bus and train

To get from Kakkalur to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 572 bus from Kakkalur station to Hindu College station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EMU train and finally take the 221 bus from M.G.R.Central Station station to Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is ₹186.00. The bus and train schedule from Kakkalur may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Island Grounds on the Moovit app.

124min₹186.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 572572
Train - EMUEMU
Bus - 221221
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Kakkalur

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kakkalur
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 572572
    Wait for bus
    572
    Avadi Bus Depot
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hindu College
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hindu College
    160 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Chennai Central (Slow)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chennai Central
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    M.G.R.Central Station
    530 m • 7 min
  • 8
    Bus - 221221
    Wait for bus
    221
    Kelambakkam
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    700 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kakkalur to Island Grounds

The distance between Kakkalur, Fort Tondiarpet and Island Grounds, Fort Tondiarpet is approximately 43.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 124 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kakkalur to Island Grounds by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fort Tondiarpet – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Kakkalur to Island Grounds

To check the bus and train schedule from Kakkalur to Island Grounds using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kakkalur) and destination (Island Grounds), 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 Kakkalur to Island Grounds?

    The fastest way takes 124 minutes, using Bus line 572, Train line EMU, Bus line 221.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kakkalur to Island Grounds?

    The 572 bus line goes from Kakkalur station near Kakkalur in Tiruvallur to Hindu College station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Hindu College station near Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kakkalur to Island Grounds by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Kakkalur in Tiruvallur and Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet by bus and train is about 2 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the 572 bus from the Kakkalur stop near Kakkalur in Tiruvallur.

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

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

  • When is the first train from Kakkalur to Island Grounds?

    The first train from Kakkalur in Tiruvallur to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet is Chennai Central - Arakkonam (Slow). It leaves the Putlur station at 10:00 AM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Kakkalur to Island Grounds?

    The ride from Kakkalur to Island Grounds costs ₹186.00.

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