How to get from Caterpillar to Pallavaram by bus?

From Caterpillar to Pallavaram by bus

To get from Caterpillar to Pallavaram in Chengalpattu, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 583A bus from Caterpillar station to Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 596 bus and finally take the 66J bus from Poonamallee station to Pallavaram station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min. The ride fare is ₹37.00. The bus schedule from Caterpillar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pallavaram on the Moovit app.

108min₹37.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 583A583A
Bus - 596596
Bus - 66J66J
Walk to Pallavaram
Leaves from Caterpillar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caterpillar
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 583A583A
    Wait for bus
    583A
    Thiruvallur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 596596
    Wait for bus
    596
    CMBT
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Poonamallee
    47 min
  • 7
    Bus - 66J66J
    Wait for bus
    66J
    Tambaram
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavaram
    ID PLVRM-3
    37 min
  • 9
    Walk to Pallavaram
    Walk to
    Pallavaram
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Caterpillar to Pallavaram by bus via 583A, 596 and 66

To get from Caterpillar to Pallavaram in Chengalpattu, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 583A bus from Caterpillar station to Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 596 bus and finally take the 66 bus from Poonamallee station to Pallavaram station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is ₹37.00. The bus schedule from Caterpillar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pallavaram on the Moovit app.

114min₹37.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 583A583A
Bus - 596596
Bus - 6666
Walk to Pallavaram
Leaves from Caterpillar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caterpillar
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 583A583A
    Wait for bus
    583A
    Thiruvallur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 596596
    Wait for bus
    596
    CMBT
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Poonamallee
    47 min
  • 7
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Tambaram
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavaram
    ID PLVRM-3
    40 min
  • 9
    Walk to Pallavaram
    Walk to
    Pallavaram
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Caterpillar to Pallavaram

The distance between Caterpillar, Chengalpattu and Pallavaram, Chengalpattu is approximately 44.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Caterpillar to Pallavaram by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chengalpattu – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Caterpillar to Pallavaram

To check the bus schedule from Caterpillar to Pallavaram using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Caterpillar) and destination (Pallavaram), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Caterpillar to Pallavaram by bus via 583A, 596 and 66

To get from Caterpillar to Pallavaram in Chengalpattu, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 583A bus from Caterpillar station to Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 596 bus and finally take the 66 bus from Poonamallee station to Pallavaram station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is ₹37.00. The bus schedule from Caterpillar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pallavaram on the Moovit app.

114min₹37.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 583A583A
Bus - 596596
Bus - 6666
Walk to Pallavaram
Leaves from Caterpillar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caterpillar
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 583A583A
    Wait for bus
    583A
    Thiruvallur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tiruvallur Goverment Hospital Bus Stop
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 596596
    Wait for bus
    596
    CMBT
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Poonamallee
    47 min
  • 7
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Tambaram
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pallavaram
    ID PLVRM-3
    40 min
  • 9
    Walk to Pallavaram
    Walk to
    Pallavaram
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Caterpillar to Pallavaram?

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line 583A, Bus line 596, Bus line 66J.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Caterpillar to Pallavaram?

    The alternative route takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 583A, Bus line 596, Bus line 66.

  • Is there a direct bus between Caterpillar and Pallavaram?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Caterpillar to Pallavaram?

    The 583A bus line goes from Caterpillar station near Caterpillar in Tiruvallur to Thiruvallur station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Thiruvallur station near Pallavaram in Chengalpattu.

  • How long does it take to travel from Caterpillar to Pallavaram by bus?

    The total travel time between Caterpillar in Tiruvallur and Pallavaram in Chengalpattu by bus is about 1 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Caterpillar to get to Pallavaram?

    Get on the 583A bus from the Caterpillar stop near Caterpillar in Tiruvallur.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Caterpillar and Pallavaram?

    Get off the bus at the Thiruvallur stop, which is closest to Pallavaram in Chengalpattu.

  • How much is the bus fare from Caterpillar to Pallavaram?

    The ride from Caterpillar to Pallavaram costs ₹37.00.

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