Chennai to Madurai Bus


Chennai to Madurai Bus Service

Avg. Bus Duration
Buses depart from
Bus arrives in
Daily Bus Services
Cheapest Bus Ticket
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8 hours 2 mins
Chennai
Madurai
340
INR 350

Chennai to Madurai Bus Distance

Earliest Bus
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02:05
Last Bus
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23:59
Distance
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462 km
Bus Companies
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115

Chennai to Madurai Bus Timings & Fare

Bus Operator First Bus Last Bus Duration  
IntrCity SmartBus 01:15 01:15 6 hrs 0 mins
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Sri Kumaran Travels 13:45 13:45 2 hrs 55 mins
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Selva Murugan Travels 20:30 22:05 8 hrs 12 mins
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RP Tours and Travels 20:50 20:50 7 hrs 45 mins
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Egloo Travels 20:20 20:45 8 hrs 37 mins
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Bus from Chennai to Madurai | Important Points to Note

Before you book your Chennai to Madurai bus, you must take note of some important considerations. Some of these considerations are listed below:


  • Chennai to Madurai is a very popular route, and you can book a Chennai to Madurai bus to traverse this route. The Chennai to Madurai bus distance is about 462 kilometres, and you can take a Chennai to Madurai bus to cover this distance in 8 hours and 9 minutes. However, the buses on this route take about three pitstops, which increases travel time.

  • It is imperative to check the Chennai to Madurai bus ticket price before booking your bus tickets. The Chennai to Madurai bus fare is dynamic, and hence it is essential to book the tickets as early as possible. The lowest fare for a Chennai to Madurai bus is Rs. 550, and the highest Chennai to Madurai bus fare is Rs.2500. You can choose a bus based on your budget.

  • The first Chennai to Madurai bus leaves at 6:00 am, and the best thing is you can live track this bus to check if there are any delays. This bus reaches Madurai at 1:40 pm. You can book a Chennai to Madurai sleeper bus if you want to take an overnight journey. The last Chennai to Madurai bus leaves at 11:55 pm. Make sure you reach the bus station a few minutes before the departure so that you don’t miss your bus.

  • Several bus operators have a dedicated Chennai to Madurai bus. Some of these bus operators have multiple buses running on the route. Some of the popular bus service operators on this route are:

  • Sri Kumaran Travels
  • RP Tours and Travels
  • Parveen Travels
  • Yogamaya Travels
  • National Travels Madurai
  • Red Express Travels

You can check the Chennai to Madurai bus ticket price for all of these routes well in advance on the redBus app.


  • There are multiple amenities present in a Chennai to Madurai bus. Some of these amenities include

  • Recliner seats
  • Air conditioners
  • Blankets
  • Pillows
  • Water bottles
  • First aid kit
  • Food
  • Charging point
  • Toilets

You can check these amenities before booking your Chennai to Madurai bus.


  • Madurai is famous for being the land of temples, but it is no less when it comes to food. Several unique and mouth-watering dishes can be bought and enjoyed in Madurai. Some of the best things to eat in Madurai are:
  • Fluffy soft idlis
  • Crispy golden dosas
  • Idiyappam
  • Kari Dosa
  • Elumbu Roast
  • Kola Urundai
  • Kalkandu Sadam
  • Parotta and Mutton Curry

  • There are several attractions present on the Chennai-Madurai route. You can make a pitstop at these sites and have a great time. Some of these sites are:
  • Temples of Mahabalipuram
  • Beaches of Pondicherry
  • Chidambaram
  • Trichy

  • Your safety should be your first consideration if you're travelling via a bus from Chennai to Madurai. You must wear a face mask while taking public transit. You should bring your water bottles when travelling on the bus. If you want to be extra cautious, bring along some surface disinfectant.

Cancellation and Rescheduling of Chennai to Madurai Bus Tickets


If you book your bus tickets through redBus, you have various choices for cancelling or postponing your trip. You will receive a refund within seven days if you cancel your tickets through the app. The money will be reimbursed to your originating or source account after a minor cancellation charge has been deducted.


You may be able to postpone your travel with some bus companies. The app allows you to change your bus reservation. Passengers are responsible for any fare differences. Per booking, tickets can only be rescheduled once.


Operators Serving on this Route

A number of prominent operators ply buses from Chennai to Madurai ensuring punctuality and safety for its passengers. Major operators offering various kinds of bus services are:

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    FAQs

    What makes buses from Chennai to Madurai a better choice than trains?

    There are a number of bus services available from Chennai to Madurai and you will never fall short of choices for a perfect bus journey. In addition to this, buses can be booked from your nearest boarding point, which saves a huge amount of journey time. Besides, buses can be easily sanitized, change travel routes when required, and stop at restaurants offering hygienic food to ensure passengers’ safety and health.

    What is a redDeal and how does it benefit a user?

    redDeal is a discount offered by top bus operators exclusively on redBus. The redDeal discount amount which ranges from a minimum of 5% to a maximum of 25% is in addition to any other discount applicable at the time of booking your online bus ticket. There is no need to apply any coupon/offer code to avail this benefit.


    Get additional discount with redDeals offered for route Chennai to Madurai

    82 redDeals are currently live on this route:

    • PERCENT Discount by Vivegam Travels: Get 5% Extra OFF. Offer valid till 31 Dec 2023
    • LASTMIN Discount by Vivegam Travels: Get 7.5% Extra OFF. Offer valid till 31 Dec 2023
    • RETURN_TRIP Discount by Vivegam Travels: Get 10% Extra OFF. Offer valid till 31 Dec 2023
    • PERCENT Discount by Lucky Travels (Lucky Kitta): Get 5% Extra OFF. Offer valid till 17 Oct 2023
    • PERCENT Discount by Lucky Travels (Lucky Kitta): Get 5% Extra OFF. Offer valid till 17 Oct 2023

    Book the cheapest online bus tickets with redDeals

    redDeals are discounts offered by top bus operators exclusively on redBus. The redDeal discount amount which ranges from a minimum of 5% to a maximum of 25% is in addition to any other discount applicable at the time of booking your online bus ticket. So with redDeals you can be assured of not just safe & comfortable travel but also of the cheapest travel option at any time. Different types of redDeals offered by operators include Return trip offer, Early bird offer, Last minute offer, Trial offer, Festive/Holiday offer and more


    Chennai to Madurai Bus Types

    Various types of buses serving passengers from Chennai to Madurai ensuring safety and comfort. A few bus services are:

    • A/C Sleeper (2+1)
    • NON A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)
    • NON A/C Sleeper (2+1)
    • Scania Multi-Axle A/C Seater (2+2)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle Sleeper (2+1)
    • NON A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • NON A/C Seater Push Back (2+2)
    • NON A/C Seater PushBackSeater (2+2)
    • NON A/C Seater (2+2)
    • A/C Seater Push Back (2+2)
    • A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • Volvo A/C Seater (2+2)
    • A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)
    • NON A/C Seater Push Back (2+1)
    • Volvo A/C B11R Multi Axle Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • NON A/C Push Back (2+2)
    • NON A/C Airbus (2+2)
    • NON A/C Seater PushBack (2+2)
    • A/C Seater (2+2)
    • Volvo A/C Multi-Axle Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper (2+1)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle A/C Seater (2+2)
    • Volvo A/C Seater Pushback (2+2)
    • NON A/C Semi Sleeper / Sleeper (2+1)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle Sleeper A/C (2+1)
    • A/C Seater (2+1)
    • Isuzu A/C Seater (2+2)
    • Isuzu A/C (2+2)
    • NON A/C Sleeper (1+2)
    • Volvo A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • A/C Seater Push Back (2+1)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle B9R Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • ULTRA DELUXE
    • CLASSIC
    • Volvo Multi-Axle I-Shift B11R Sleeper (2+1)
    • Multi-Axle A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • NON A/C Semisleeper (2+2)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle B9R Sleeper (2+1)
    • Mercedes Multi-Axle Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • Scania Multi-Axle A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • Scania A/C Seater (2+2)
    • Volvo A/C Sleeper (2+1)
    • Mercedes Benz Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper (2+1)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper (2+1)
    • A/C Semi Sleeper / Sleeper (2+1)
    • Volvo Multi-Axle I-Shift B11R Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • NON A/C Seater / Semi Sleeper (2+2)
    • NON A/C Hi-Tech Push Back (2+2)
    • A/C Classy Seater (2+2)
    • Mercedes Benz Multi-Axle (2+2)
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    About Chennai

    Chennai formely known as Madras is the capital city of Tamil Nadu and is often referred to as the ‘Gateway of South India’. The city is a major social, economic hub of India and is also one of the oldest metropolitan of India along with Delhi, Calcutta and Mumbai. The city oversees millions of travelers yearly, who throng to the city for business or pleasure. The city holding a rich heritage and culture offers plenty of interesting sightseeing attractions for its tourists, for instance St. Mar’s Church, Kapeeleswarar Temple, Fort St.George, Guindy Natioanl Park, Marina Beaach, Breezy beach and much more.

    About Madurai

    Often referred to as the ‘Temple City’, Madurai lies on the banks of the beautiful Vagai River. It is the second largest city of Tamil Nadu and is surrounded by two main hills of the region- Nagamalai Hills and Sirumalai Hills. Madurai interestingly has the shape of a lotus which is the reason why the region is called ‘Lotus City’. Its 24x7 working culture has added another nickname to its list- “Sleepless City”. Madurai is quite well-known as a pilgrimage destination and sees many visitors during important festivals. Some of the most popular attractions in the city are Sri Meenakshi Temple, Gandhi Museum, Samanar Hills, Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal and Aayiram Kaal Mandapam.

    Enjoy Safe and Comfortable Journey with Primo Buses!

    If you're looking to travel from Chennai to Madurai and worried about safe travel, you can choose the Primo service launched by redBus. Primo is where passengers can enjoy travelling in high-rated buses with best-in-class services. While looking for bus tickets on Chennai to Madurai route, customers can check Primo tag in order to choose this wonderful service. From hygiene standards to on-time service and comfort, there are many benefits that passengers can get from Primo buses.


    Top Operators

    No 1 Air Travels YBM Travels(BLM) Sri SMS Travels Svkdt travels RKT Tours and Travels City Travels Sangitam Travels Tranz king travels Vetri Travels Chartered Bus V Kaveri Travels Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) Chalo Bus (Sutra Sewa) Krish Travels Essaar (SBLT) Shri Bhagiyalakshimi Travels (MAARA) RKK Travels City Land Travels Laxmi holidays Orange Tours And Travels Parveen Travels Konduskar Travels Pvt. Ltd Sri Krishna Travels A1 Travels zingbus Yolo Bus Shyamoli Paribahan Pvt Ltd Morning Star Travels IntrCity SmartBus Sri Krishna Travels MRM Travels SRS Travels Rathimeena Travels B NueGo Sugama Tourist Go Tour Travels and Holidays VRL Travels Chartered Bus GreenLine Travels And Holidays Neeta tours and travels Bharathi Travels Raj Ratan Tours And Travels Royal Travels S R T National Travels CHN Jabbar Travels Saini Travels Pvt. Ltd. Hans Travels (I) Private Limited

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