There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Ambur by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train
best- Take the train from Chennai Central to Amburtrain 12679 / ...
2h 13m₹170–1,400Bus
- Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Amburbus Chennai - Ambur
3h 25m₹330–1,400Drive 187.6 km
- Drive from Chennai to Amburcar 187.6 km
2h 44m₹2,110–3,047Taxi
- Take the taxi from Chennai to Amburtaxi 187.6 km
2h 44m₹4,600–6,000Bus via Vellore
- Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupatibus
- Take the bus from FlixBus Vellore - Bypass to FlixBus Ambur - Bus Standbus FlixBus IN4312 / ...
4h 51m₹332–592
Chennai to Ambur by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Ambur is to bus via Vellore which costs ₹330 - ₹600 and takes 4h 51m.
The fastest way to get from Chennai to Ambur is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) and arriving at Ambur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Ambur. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.
The distance between Chennai and Ambur is 182 km. The road distance is 187.6 km.
The best way to get from Chennai to Ambur without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400.
The train from Chennai Central to Ambur takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Chennai to Ambur bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) station.
Chennai to Ambur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.
The best way to get from Chennai to Ambur is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹330 - ₹1,400 and takes 3h 25m.
What companies run services between Chennai, India and Ambur, India?
Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Ambur every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Ambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹430–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 25m. FlixBus India also services this route once daily.
- Phone
- 14646
- [email protected]
- Website
- irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Central to Ambur
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 13m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹170–1,400
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹170–210
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹470–600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650–850
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,000–1,400
- Phone
- +917303093510
- [email protected]
- Website
- intrcity.com
Bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Ambur
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ₹430–1,400
- Book at
- https://www.intrcity.com/
- Sleeper
- ₹1,000–1,400
- Seat
- ₹430–600
- Phone
- +91 8404855555
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.in
Bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Ambur
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹330–900
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.in
Bus from FlixBus Vellore - Bypass to FlixBus Ambur - Bus Stand
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ₹170–250
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.in
- Phone
- 0866 2570005
- [email protected]
- Website
- apsrtconline.in
Bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupati
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- ₹160–350
- Website
- https://www.apsrtconline.in/oprs-web/
- Seater
- ₹160–330
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 44m
- Estimated price
- ₹4,600–6,000
Chennai Taxi
- Phone
- +91 89 39 33 40 40
- Website
- chennaitaxiservice.com
Drop Taxi
- Phone
- +91 79 99 22 20 00
- Website
- droptaxi.in
Tenride
- Phone
- +91 956 635 3633
- Website
- tenride.com
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including The London Underground: Essential tips to navigate the Tube, Getting to Milan from the airport, and Travel Insider: Top Japan travel tips by Beatrix Holland - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Chennai to Ambur bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Ambur station.
Chennai to Ambur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ambur station.
Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Ambur is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Chennai to Ambur.
Book your Chennai to Ambur bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 104+ hotels available in Ambur.