How to get from Walajabad to Island Grounds by bus?

From Walajabad to Island Grounds by bus

To get from Walajabad to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, take the 579A bus from Walajabad Railway Station station to Tambaram West Bus Station station. Next, take the A18 bus from Tambaram West Bus Station station to Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The ride fare is ₹38.00. The bus schedule from Walajabad may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Island Grounds on the Moovit app.

153min₹38.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 579A579A
Bus - A18A18
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Walajabad Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walajabad Railway Station
    240 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 579A579A
    Wait for bus
    579A
    Tambaram New B.S
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    74 min
  • 4
    Bus - A18A18
    Wait for bus
    A18
    High Court
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
    57 min
  • 6
    Walk to Island Grounds
    Walk to
    Island Grounds
    Anna Salai
    730 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Walajabad to Island Grounds by bus via 579A, 70G and AC-E18

To get from Walajabad to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 579A bus from Walajabad Railway Station station to Tambaram West Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70G bus and finally take the AC-E18 bus from Alandur Depot station to Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The ride fare is ₹63.00. The bus schedule from Walajabad may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Island Grounds on the Moovit app.

144min₹63.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 579A579A
Bus - 70G70G
Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Walajabad Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walajabad Railway Station
    240 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 579A579A
    Wait for bus
    579A
    Tambaram New B.S
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    74 min
  • 4
    Bus - 70G70G
    Wait for bus
    70G
    Vadapalani
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alandur Depot
    24 min
  • 6
    Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
    Wait for bus
    AC-E18
    Broadway
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
    29 min
  • 8
    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 Walajabad to Island Grounds

The distance between Walajabad, Fort Tondiarpet and Island Grounds, Fort Tondiarpet is approximately 66.84 km, which can typically be travelled in 153 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Walajabad 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 Walajabad to Island Grounds

To check the bus schedule from Walajabad to Island Grounds using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Walajabad) 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 Walajabad to Island Grounds by bus via 579A, 70G and AC-E18

To get from Walajabad to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 579A bus from Walajabad Railway Station station to Tambaram West Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70G bus and finally take the AC-E18 bus from Alandur Depot station to Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The ride fare is ₹63.00. The bus schedule from Walajabad may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Island Grounds on the Moovit app.

144min₹63.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 579A579A
Bus - 70G70G
Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
Walk to Island Grounds
Leaves from Walajabad Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walajabad Railway Station
    240 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 579A579A
    Wait for bus
    579A
    Tambaram New B.S
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tambaram West Bus Station
    74 min
  • 4
    Bus - 70G70G
    Wait for bus
    70G
    Vadapalani
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alandur Depot
    24 min
  • 6
    Bus - AC-E18AC-E18
    Wait for bus
    AC-E18
    Broadway
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
    29 min
  • 8
    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 Walajabad to Island Grounds?

    The fastest way takes 153 minutes, using Bus line 579A, Bus line A18.

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

    The alternative route takes 144 minutes, using Bus line 579A, Bus line 70G, Bus line AC-E18.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Walajabad to Island Grounds?

    The 579A bus line goes from Walajabad Railway Station station near Walajabad in Kanchipuram to Tambaram New B.S station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Tambaram New B.S station near Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet.

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

    The total travel time between Walajabad in Kanchipuram and Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet by bus is about 2 hr 33 min.

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

    Get on the 579A bus from the Walajabad Railway Station stop near Walajabad in Kanchipuram.

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

    Get off the bus at the Tambaram New B.S stop, which is closest to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet.

  • When is the last train from Walajabad to Island Grounds?

    The last train from Walajabad in Kanchipuram to Island Grounds in Fort Tondiarpet is the Chennai Beach - Thirumalpur (Slow) line. It leaves the Walajabad station at 2:07 AM.

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

    The ride from Walajabad to Island Grounds costs ₹38.00.

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