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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madurai to Chennai from various bus operators like Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus or National Travels CHN for the next days.

today
£4
tomorrow
£3
Thursday
£18
Friday
£49
Saturday
£18
Sunday
£7
Monday
£17

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intrcity Smartbus 8h 20m 22:15 Madurai Periyar Bus Stand 06:35 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  Basic £4
Selva Murugan Travels 8h 20m 22:00 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 06:20 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £4
Sri Sms Travels 8h 0m 21:30 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 05:30 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £5
Zingbus 6h 50m 22:30 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 05:20 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Premium Economy £5
Thenmozhi Travels 7h 45m 23:30 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 07:15 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Selva Murugan Travels 8h 20m 22:00 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 06:20 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £3
Zingbus 6h 50m 21:30 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 04:20 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Premium Economy £4
Intrcity Smartbus 8h 20m 22:15 Madurai Periyar Bus Stand 06:35 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  Basic £4
MRM Travels 9h 25m 21:30 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 06:55 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £5
National Travels CHN 7h 20m 23:10 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 06:30 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 30m 20:15 Madurai Periyar Bus Stand 05:45 Chennai Koyambedu Evacay Office  Economy £18
FlixBus 9h 20m 20:25 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 05:45 Chennai Koyambedu Evacay Office  Economy £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madurai to Chennai via Trichy, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      10h 10m
      0
      20:40
      Madurai
      Periyar Bus Stand
      22:45
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £2
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      5h 30m
      0
      00:40
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      06:10
      Chennai
      Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £5
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Zingbus 7h 0m 23:30 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 06:30 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  First Class £49
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madurai to Chennai via Trichy, you can save more than £42? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      10h 10m
      0
      20:40
      Madurai
      Periyar Bus Stand
      22:45
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £2
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      5h 30m
      0
      00:40
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      06:10
      Chennai
      Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £5
    Travel time is 3h 10m longer, but you will save £42

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 30m 20:15 Madurai Periyar Bus Stand 05:45 Chennai Koyambedu Evacay Office  Economy £18
FlixBus 9h 20m 20:25 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 05:45 Chennai Koyambedu Evacay Office  Economy £18
Zingbus 7h 0m 23:30 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 06:30 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  First Class £49
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madurai to Chennai via Trichy, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      10h 10m
      0
      20:40
      Madurai
      Periyar Bus Stand
      22:45
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £2
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      5h 30m
      0
      00:40
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      06:10
      Chennai
      Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £5
    Travel time is 3h 10m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rathimeena Travels 7h 0m 01:15 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 08:15 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £7
Intrcity Smartbus 9h 35m 20:40 Madurai Periyar Bus Stand 06:15 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  Basic £7
MRM Travels 6h 45m 00:05 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 06:50 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £8
Thirumalaivasan Transports 6h 30m 01:05 Madurai Mattuthavani Bus Stand 07:35 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £8
Zingbus 7h 0m 20:45 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 03:45 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Premium Economy £8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 30m 20:15 Madurai Periyar Bus Stand 05:45 Chennai Koyambedu Evacay Office  Economy £17
FlixBus 9h 20m 20:25 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 05:45 Chennai Koyambedu Evacay Office  Economy £17
Zingbus 7h 0m 23:30 Madurai Madurai Coach Station 06:30 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  First Class £49
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madurai to Chennai via Trichy, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      10h 10m
      0
      20:40
      Madurai
      Periyar Bus Stand
      22:45
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £2
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      5h 30m
      0
      00:40
      Trichy
      Bus Stop
      06:10
      Chennai
      Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      £5
    Travel time is 3h 10m longer, but you will save £10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Madurai to Chennai is £3 on 06/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Madurai and Chennai

See here how frequent the connections between Madurai and Chennai are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 245 daily coaches from Madurai to Chennai. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Madurai and Chennai.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 616 coaches from Madurai to Chennai, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Madurai and Chennai, with 21 offers.

Facts about coaches from Madurai to Chennai

Compare all providers like Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and National Travels CHN that travel 99 times every day by bus from Madurai to Chennai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madurai to Chennai starting from £3!

Cheapest Bus £3
Fastest Bus 6h 1m
Earliest Coach 08:15
Latest Coach 23:30
Daily Bus Connections 99 Ø
Distance 423.8 km
Coach Companies Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus, National Travels CHN, Sri Sms Travels, Rp Travels, Lion Travels, VKV Travels, Sri Kumaran Travels, MRM Travels, YBM Travels and 32 more.

Cheapest coach connections from Madurai to Chennai

Every day, 99 buses from 42 coach companies leave Madurai for Chennai: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
Tuesday 05/05
£3
Wednesday 06/05
£3
Thursday 07/05
£18
Friday 08/05
£49
Saturday 09/05
£18
Sunday 10/05
£7
Monday 11/05
£49
Tuesday 12/05
£15
Wednesday 13/05
£6
Thursday 14/05
£4
Friday 15/05
£9
Saturday 16/05
£8
Sunday 17/05
£7
Monday 18/05
£49
Tuesday 19/05
£49
Wednesday 20/05
£6
Thursday 21/05
£15
Friday 22/05
£7
Saturday 23/05
£7
Sunday 24/05
£7
Monday 25/05
£10
Tuesday 26/05
£7
Wednesday 27/05
£10
Thursday 28/05
£10
Friday 29/05
£49
Saturday 30/05
£10
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Madurai to Chennai

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madurai to Chennai, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £3, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Madurai to Chennai. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £10.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madurai to Chennai, with £3. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £6.

How to save money travelling from Madurai to Chennai

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Madurai to Chennai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madurai to Chennai, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Madurai to Chennai are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Madurai to Chennai

These are the most booked bus companies between Madurai to Chennai from our users.

Sri Sms Travels from Madurai to Chennai

Sri Sms Travels

Here you will find the key facts about the Sri Sms Travels bus route Madurai to Chennai:

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 7h 0m
Earliest Coach 20:30
Last Coach 23:50
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 05/05/2026

All bus stations and stops in Madurai and Chennai

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Madurai and Chennai.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madurai to Chennai

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Madurai to Chennai? Or which bus companies serve the route Madurai to Chennai? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Madurai to Chennai bus

How much does a Madurai - Chennai coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Madurai - Chennai bus trip is available from £3 and takes 8h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madurai to Chennai?

The connection Madurai to Chennai is offered by 42 companies with ticket prices ranging from £3 to £49. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Madurai - Chennai route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Madurai to Chennai is offered by roughly 99 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Chennai from Madurai take?

The quickest coach from Madurai to Chennai is provided by Sri Krishna Travels and takes 6h 1m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £9. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madurai to Chennai?

The earliest bus to Chennai departs from Madurai at 08:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Madurai to Chennai?

The latest bus to Chennai departs from Madurai at 23:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Madurai - Chennai route?

Passengers looking to travel from Madurai to Chennai can travel with Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and National Travels CHN. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Chennai?

You can check all the direct connections between Madurai and Chennai by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and National Travels CHN.

What can I take with me on the bus to Chennai from Madurai?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Madurai Chennai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madurai Chennai bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madurai to Chennai on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Madurai to Chennai?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 99 daily trips between Madurai and Chennai. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Madurai to Chennai?

Prices and availability for 99 trips between Madurai and Chennai change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madurai to Chennai

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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