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What is the best way to travel from Thanjavur to Chennai?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Chennai from Thanjavur. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 11 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 0m
$8
$19
10
Train
6h 35m
$6
$6
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What is the cheapest way to reach Chennai from Thanjavur?

You can get to Chennai with just $6 by taking a Train from Indian Railways, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $8
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from $6
Saturday
from $6

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Rathimeena Travels
    7h 15m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Rathimeena Travels
    Basic
    $8
  • National Travels CHN
    7h 0m
    0
    10:55 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    5:55 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    National Travels CHN
    Basic
    $16
  • Vivin Travels
    8h 30m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    6:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Vivin Travels
    First Class
    $20
  • YBM Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    5:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    YBM Travels
    First Class
    $24
  • Essaar
    7h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Essaar
    First Class
    $25

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Indian Railways
    7h 23m
    0
    12:02 AM
    Thanjavur
    Thanjavur Junction Train Station
    7:25 AM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $6

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 35m
    0
    9:50 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thanjavur Junction Train Station
    4:25 AM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $6

What are the fastest trips from Thanjavur to Chennai?

You can get to Chennai from Thanjavur in just 6h 35m with a Train from Indian Railways. 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.

Sunday
from 7h 0m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 7h 23m
Saturday
from 6h 35m

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Travels CHN
    7h 0m
    0
    10:55 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    5:55 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    National Travels CHN
    Basic
    $16
  • Rathimeena Travels
    7h 15m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Rathimeena Travels
    Basic
    $8
  • YBM Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    5:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    YBM Travels
    First Class
    $24
  • Essaar
    7h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Essaar
    First Class
    $25
  • Vivin Travels
    8h 30m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thiruvayar Bus Stand
    6:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Vivin Travels
    First Class
    $20

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Indian Railways
    7h 23m
    0
    12:02 AM
    Thanjavur
    Thanjavur Junction Train Station
    7:25 AM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $6

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 35m
    0
    9:50 PM
    Thanjavur
    Thanjavur Junction Train Station
    4:25 AM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $6
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What are the most popular stations in Thanjavur and Chennai?

In Thanjavur, you will usually depart from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur Junction Train Station or Thanjavur New Bus Stand, while in Chennai you will be arriving at Central Station Bus Stop, Perambur Train Station or Egmore Railway Station, 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 Chennai from Thanjavur? With 2 connections between 11 Bus and Train 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 Thanjavur and Chennai, you can pay as low as $6 with a Train from Indian Railways.

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 Train from Indian Railways: you will get to Chennai in just 6h 35m.

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 Thanjavur and Chennai are Indian Railways, Rathimeena Travels and National Travels CHN, 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 Thanjavur and Chennai 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 Vallam or to Tiruvottiyūr, and look at flights from Tiruchirappalli airport, and landing at Chennai 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 Thanjavur to Chennai?

The most popular companies between Thanjavur and Chennai, are Indian Railways, Rathimeena Travels and National Travels CHN. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Rathimeena Travels, National Travels CHN, Vivin Travels and 2 more.

Train companies: Indian Railways

All you need to know when you travel from Thanjavur to Chennai

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Thanjavur to Chennai. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Thanjavur to Chennai

How can I reach Chennai from Thanjavur?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Chennai from Thanjavur.

How far is Chennai from Thanjavur?

The distance between Thanjavur and Chennai is 176.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Thanjavur and Chennai?

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 Thanjavur to Chennai?

You can get to Chennai with just $6 by taking a Train from Indian Railways.

What is the fastest way to get from Thanjavur to Chennai?

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 Chennai in just 6h 35m with a Train from Indian Railways.

More routes to Thanjavur and to Chennai

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Thanjavur and to Chennai. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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