The Chennai to Surathkal bus route covers approximately 708 kms and takes about 14 hrs 57 mins. A total of 3 direct buses operated by 2 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 14:15, and the last bus leaves at 18:00.
Major boarding points in Chennai include Anna University, Arumbakkam, Ashok Pillar, Ekkattuthangal, Guindy, Kanchipuram, Karappakkam, Koyambedu, Madhya Kailash, Maduravoyal, while common drop locations in Surathkal are Surathkal B S.
RTC and private operators such as Bharathi Travels offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 1900 - INR 5000.00 depending on the bus type and features.



