Bus and Coach from Thanjavur to Chennai: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Thanjavur to Chennai

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

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Rathimeena Travels	7h 15m	21:45	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	05:00	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Basic	£5	A Bus from Rathimeena Travels goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 04/05/2026 21:45:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/05/2026 05:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Travels CHN	7h 25m	22:20	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	05:45	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Basic	£5	A Bus from National Travels CHN goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 04/05/2026 22:20:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/05/2026 05:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Intrcity Smartbus	6h 52m	21:15	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	04:07	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	£6	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 04/05/2026 21:15:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/05/2026 04:07:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 52m
Zingbus	6h 25m	22:05	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	04:30	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	£7	A Bus from Zingbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 04/05/2026 22:05:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/05/2026 04:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
Lion Travels	8h 10m	11:40	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	19:50	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	£8	A Bus from Lion Travels goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 04/05/2026 11:40:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 04/05/2026 19:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Thanjavur to Chennai is £3 on 22/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Thanjavur to Chennai

Compare all providers like Intrcity Smartbus, Rathimeena Travels and National Travels CHN that travel 22 times every day by bus from Thanjavur to Chennai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Thanjavur to Chennai starting from £3!

Cheapest Bus	£3
Fastest Bus	6h 25m
Earliest Coach	11:40
Latest Coach	23:35
Daily Bus Connections	22 Ø
Distance	284.5 km
Coach Companies	Intrcity Smartbus, Rathimeena Travels, National Travels CHN, Lion Travels, Vivin Travels, VKV Travels, YBM Travels, Zingbus, Essaar, Sooriyan Travels and 1 more.

Cheapest coach connections from Thanjavur to Chennai

Every day, 22 buses from 11 coach companies leave Thanjavur for Chennai: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday 04/05

£4

Tuesday 05/05

£8

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

£8

Saturday 09/05

£5

Sunday 10/05

£10

Monday 11/05

£9

Tuesday 12/05

£8

Wednesday 13/05

£6

Thursday 14/05

£8

Friday 15/05

£8

Saturday 16/05

£8

Sunday 17/05

£10

Monday 18/05

£8

Tuesday 19/05

£8

Wednesday 20/05

£7

Thursday 21/05

£5

Friday 22/05

£3

Saturday 23/05

£9

Sunday 24/05

£8

Monday 25/05

£9

Tuesday 26/05

£9

Wednesday 27/05

£8

Thursday 28/05

£9

Friday 29/05

£9

Saturday 30/05

£9

Sunday 31/05

How to save money travelling from Thanjavur 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 Thanjavur 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 Thanjavur 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 Thanjavur to Chennai are also emptier.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Thanjavur to Chennai

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

FAQs about the Thanjavur to Chennai bus

How much does a Thanjavur - Chennai coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Thanjavur - Chennai bus trip is available from £3 and takes 7h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Thanjavur to Chennai is offered by 11 companies with ticket prices ranging from £3 to £13. 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 Thanjavur - Chennai route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Thanjavur to Chennai is offered by roughly 22 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Chennai from Thanjavur take?

The quickest coach from Thanjavur to Chennai is provided by Zingbus and takes 6h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £7. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Thanjavur to Chennai?

The earliest bus to Chennai departs from Thanjavur at 11:40. 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 Thanjavur to Chennai?

The latest bus to Chennai departs from Thanjavur at 23:35. 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 Thanjavur - Chennai route?

Passengers looking to travel from Thanjavur to Chennai can travel with Intrcity Smartbus, Rathimeena Travels 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 Thanjavur and Chennai?

You can check all the direct connections between Thanjavur 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, Rathimeena Travels and National Travels CHN.

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

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 Thanjavur 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 Thanjavur 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 Thanjavur to Chennai on your planned travel date.

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

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

Basic

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

Premium Economy

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

More bus routes to Thanjavur and to Chennai

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Thanjavur and to Chennai. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!