How to get from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction by bus and train?

From Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction by bus and train

To get from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction in Saidapet, take the EMU train from Chennai Central station to Perambur Railway Station station. Next, take the 242 bus from Mangala Puram station to Kolathur Bypass station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 32 min. The ride fare is ₹93.00. The bus and train schedule from Chennai Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Retteri junction on the Moovit app.

32min₹93.00
Train - EMUEMU
Bus - 242242
Walk to Retteri junction
Leaves from Chennai Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chennai Central Station
    Chennai
  • 2
    Train - EMUEMU
    Wait for train
    EMU
    Pattabiram Military (Slow)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Perambur Railway Station
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mangala Puram
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 242242
    Wait for bus
    242
    Red Hills
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kolathur Bypass
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Retteri junction
    Walk to
    Retteri junction
    Jawaharal Nehru Rd
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction

The distance between Chennai Central Station, Saidapet and Retteri junction, Saidapet is approximately 10.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 32 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Saidapet – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction

To check the bus and train schedule from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chennai Central Station) and destination (Retteri junction), 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 Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction?

    The fastest way takes 32 minutes, using Train line EMU, Bus line 242.

  • Is there a direct train between Chennai Central Station and Retteri junction?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction?

    The EMU train line goes from Perambur Railway Station near Chennai Central Station in Fort Tondiarpet to Mangala Puram station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Mangala Puram station near Retteri junction in Saidapet.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Chennai Central Station in Fort Tondiarpet and Retteri junction in Saidapet by train and bus is about 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chennai Central Station to get to Retteri junction?

    Get on the EMU train from the Perambur Railway Station near Chennai Central Station in Fort Tondiarpet.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chennai Central Station and Retteri junction?

    Get off the train at the Mangala Puram stop, which is closest to Retteri junction in Saidapet.

  • When is the first train from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction?

    The first train from Chennai Central Station in Fort Tondiarpet to Retteri junction in Saidapet is Chennai Central - Tiruvallur (Slow). It leaves the Chennai Central station at 10:00 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction?

    The ride from Chennai Central Station to Retteri junction costs ₹93.00.

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