Bus and Coach from Thanjavur to Chennai: Compare all prices

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Thanjavur to Chennai from various bus operators like Intrcity Smartbus for the next days.

today

£5

tomorrow

Saturday

£9

Sunday

Monday

£9

Tuesday

£9

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 57m	21:45	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	04:42	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£5	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 18/12/2025 21:45:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:42:00. 50 Basic ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 57m
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 42m	22:25	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	05:07	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£5	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 18/12/2025 22:25:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 19/12/2025 05:07:00. 50 Basic ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 57m	21:45	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	04:42	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£9	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 20/12/2025 21:45:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 21/12/2025 04:42:00. 50 Basic ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 57m
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 42m	22:25	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	05:07	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£9	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 20/12/2025 22:25:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 21/12/2025 05:07:00. 50 Basic ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 57m	21:45	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	04:42	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£9	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 22/12/2025 21:45:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 23/12/2025 04:42:00. 50 Basic ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 57m
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 42m	22:25	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	05:07	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£9	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 22/12/2025 22:25:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 23/12/2025 05:07:00. 50 Basic ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 57m	21:45	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	04:42	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£9	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 23/12/2025 21:45:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 24/12/2025 04:42:00. 50 Basic ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 57m
	Intrcity Smartbus	6h 42m	22:25	Thanjavur	Thiruvayar Bus Stand	05:07	Chennai	Bus Stop		Basic	£9	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 23/12/2025 22:25:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 24/12/2025 05:07:00. 50 Basic ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m

Did you know that if you travel from Thanjavur to Chennai via Trichy, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  9h 40m
  
  0
  
  09:55
  
  Thanjavur
  Thiruvayar Bus Stand
  
  11:00
  
  Trichy
  Train Station
  
  0
  
  Business
  
  £2
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Thiruvayar Bus Stand, Thanjavur (India) at 25/12/2025 09:55:00 to Train Station, Trichy (India) arriving at 25/12/2025 11:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
- Intrcity Smartbus
  
  7h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:25
  
  Trichy
  Bus Stop
  
  19:35
  
  Chennai
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Bus Stop, Trichy (India) at 25/12/2025 12:25:00 to Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 25/12/2025 19:35:00. 50 Basic ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Travel time is 2h 58m longer, but you will save £1

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Thanjavur to Chennai is £3 on 17/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Thanjavur to Chennai

Compare all providers like Intrcity Smartbus that travel 6 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 42m
Earliest Coach	21:45
Latest Coach	22:25
Daily Bus Connections	6 Ø
Distance	284.5 km
Coach Companies	Intrcity Smartbus

Cheapest coach connections from Thanjavur to Chennai

Every day, 6 buses from 1 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 18/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

£5

Friday 19/12

£3

Saturday 20/12

£4

Sunday 21/12

£6

Monday 22/12

£9

Tuesday 23/12

£9

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

£9

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

£5

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

Monday 05/01

Tuesday 06/01

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 08/01

Friday 09/01

Saturday 10/01

Sunday 11/01

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 6h 57m. 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 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £3 to £15. 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 6 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 Intrcity Smartbus and takes 6h 42m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £8. 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 21:45. 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 22:25. 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. 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.

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.

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!