What is the best way to travel from Chennai to Thanjavur?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to Thanjavur from Chennai. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 10 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Thanjavur from Chennai?
You can get to Thanjavur with just $8 by taking a Bus from Rathimeena Travels, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Rathimeena Travels7h 30m010:30 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop6:00 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0BasicA Bus from Rathimeena Travels goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 10:30:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 6:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Sooriyan Travels8h 40m08:50 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop5:30 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Sooriyan Travels goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 8:50:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
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Intrcity Smartbus8h 45m010:15 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop7:00 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 10:15:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
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RKT Tours and Travels7h 55m010:45 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop6:40 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from RKT Tours and Travels goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 10:45:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
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Essaar7h 35m08:40 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop4:15 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Essaar goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 8:40:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 4:15:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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What are the fastest trips from Chennai to Thanjavur?
You can get to Thanjavur from Chennai in just 7h 30m with a Bus from Rathimeena Travels. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Rathimeena Travels7h 30m010:30 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop6:00 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0BasicA Bus from Rathimeena Travels goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 10:30:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 6:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Essaar7h 35m08:40 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop4:15 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Essaar goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 8:40:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 4:15:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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RKT Tours and Travels7h 55m010:45 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop6:40 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from RKT Tours and Travels goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 10:45:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 6:40:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
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Sooriyan Travels8h 40m08:50 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop5:30 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Sooriyan Travels goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 8:50:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
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Intrcity Smartbus8h 45m010:15 PMChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop7:00 AMThanjavurThiruvayar Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) at 6/25/2025 10:15:00 PM to Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) arriving at 6/26/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
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Bus from Chennai to Thanjavur
What are the most popular stations in Chennai and Thanjavur?
In Chennai, you will usually depart from Central Station Bus Stop, Perambur Train Station or Egmore Railway Station, while in Thanjavur you will be arriving at Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur Junction Train Station or Thanjavur New Bus Stand, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Thanjavur from Chennai? With 5 connections between 10 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chennai and Thanjavur, you can pay as low as $8 with a Bus from Rathimeena Travels.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Rathimeena Travels: you will get to Thanjavur in just 7h 30m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chennai and Thanjavur are Rathimeena Travels, Sooriyan Travels and Intrcity Smartbus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Chennai and Thanjavur is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Tiruvottiyūr or to Vallam, and look at flights from Chennai Airport, and landing at Tiruchirappalli airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Chennai to Thanjavur?
The most popular companies between Chennai and Thanjavur, are Rathimeena Travels, Sooriyan Travels and Intrcity Smartbus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Rathimeena Travels, Sooriyan Travels, Intrcity Smartbus and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Chennai to Thanjavur
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chennai to Thanjavur. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Chennai to Thanjavur
How can I reach Thanjavur from Chennai?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Thanjavur from Chennai.
How far is Thanjavur from Chennai?
The distance between Chennai and Thanjavur is 176.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chennai and Thanjavur?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 48 kgs, and a flight 70 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chennai to Thanjavur?
You can get to Thanjavur with just $8 by taking a Bus from Rathimeena Travels.
What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Thanjavur?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Thanjavur in just 7h 30m with a Bus from Rathimeena Travels.
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