What is the cheapest way to get from Coimbatore to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Coimbatore to Chennai is to bus which costs ₹500 - ₹1,400 and takes 9h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coimbatore to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Coimbatore to Chennai is to fly and subway which takes 3h 14m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Coimbatore and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Coimbatore and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Coimbatore Jn and arriving at Perambur. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Coimbatore to Chennai?

The distance between Coimbatore and Chennai is 433 km. The road distance is 482.7 km.

How do I travel from Coimbatore to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Coimbatore to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200.

How long does it take to get from Coimbatore to Chennai?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Coimbatore to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coimbatore to Chennai bus from?

Coimbatore to Chennai bus services, operated by A1 Travels, depart from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Coimbatore to Chennai train from?

Coimbatore to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Coimbatore Jn station.

Train or bus from Coimbatore to Chennai?

The best way to get from Coimbatore to Chennai is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹500 - ₹1,400 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Coimbatore to Chennai bus arrive?

Coimbatore to Chennai bus services, operated by A1 Travels, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Coimbatore to Chennai train arrive?

Coimbatore to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Coimbatore to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Coimbatore to Chennai is 483 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Coimbatore to Chennai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Coimbatore to Chennai?

Book your Coimbatore to Chennai bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Chennai.

Coimbatore to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, subway, bus, and car

How to get fromCoimbatore to Chennai

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Coimbatore to Chennai by plane, subway, train, bus, 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.

Fly, subway
best
1. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
2. Take the subway from Airport to Cmbtsubway
3h 14m
₹5,448–9,420
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Peramburtrain 12676 / ...
6h 53m
₹280–2,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
9h 20m
₹500–1,400
Drive 482.7 km
1. Drive from Coimbatore to Chennaicar 482.7 km
7h 9m
₹5,455–7,879
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Coimbatore to Chennaitaxi 482.7 km
7h 9m
₹10,000–13,000
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
9h 22m

Coimbatore to Chennai by train

69Weekly Trains

6h 53mAverage Duration

₹280Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Coimbatore to Chennai.

Launch map view

Distance: 433.4 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Coimbatore, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Coimbatore Jn to Perambur every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 6h 53m. Alternatively, A1 Travels operates a bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadu every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 9h 20m. IntrCity SmartBus also services this route twice daily.

Airlines