Bus Pondicherry to Chennai: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Pondicherry to Chennai

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pondicherry to Chennai from various bus operators like Universal Travels, Intrcity Smartbus or National Travels CHN for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Universal Travels	4h 15m	5:15 PM	Pondicherry	Bus Stand	9:30 PM	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$4	A Bus from Universal Travels goes from Bus Stand, Pondicherry (India) at 7/27/2026 5:15:00 PM to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
Rathimeena Travels	3h 50m	5:30 PM	Pondicherry	Bus Stand	9:20 PM	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$7	A Bus from Rathimeena Travels goes from Bus Stand, Pondicherry (India) at 7/27/2026 5:30:00 PM to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Travels CHN	3h 20m	2:15 AM	Pondicherry	Bus Stand	5:35 AM	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$12	A Bus from National Travels CHN goes from Bus Stand, Pondicherry (India) at 7/27/2026 2:15:00 AM to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
YBM Travels	3h 45m	1:15 AM	Pondicherry	Bus Stand	5:00 AM	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	First Class	$16	A Bus from YBM Travels goes from Bus Stand, Pondicherry (India) at 7/27/2026 1:15:00 AM to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Sooriyan Travels	4h 0m	2:15 AM	Pondicherry	Bus Stand	6:15 AM	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$18	A Bus from Sooriyan Travels goes from Bus Stand, Pondicherry (India) at 7/27/2026 2:15:00 AM to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:15:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	3h 0m	2:10 AM	Pondicherry	Bus Stop	5:10 AM	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Bus Station		First Class	$52	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Bus Stop, Pondicherry (India) at 7/28/2026 2:10:00 AM to Thiyagaraya Nagar Bus Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Pondicherry to Chennai is $3 on 7/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Pondicherry and Chennai

See here how frequent the connections between Pondicherry and Chennai are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Pondicherry to Chennai. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Pondicherry and Chennai.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 9 buses from Pondicherry to Chennai, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Pondicherry and Chennai, with 1 offers.

Enjoy these deals on your way from Pondicherry to Chennai

Intrcity Smartbus

Travel in comfort and enjoy a discount on your First Booking!

Facts about the bus from Pondicherry to Chennai

Compare all providers like Universal Travels, Intrcity Smartbus and National Travels CHN that travel 6 times every day by bus from Pondicherry to Chennai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pondicherry to Chennai starting from $3!

Cheapest Bus	$3
Fastest Bus	3h 0m
Earliest Bus	12:55 AM
Latest Bus	2:10 AM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	85.3 miles
Bus Companies	Universal Travels, Intrcity Smartbus, National Travels CHN, Rathimeena Travels, Sooriyan Travels and YBM Travels

Cheapest bus connections from Pondicherry to Chennai

Every day, 6 buses from 6 bus companies leave Pondicherry for Chennai: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

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Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$52

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$52

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

$12

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Pondicherry to Chennai

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pondicherry to Chennai, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $4, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pondicherry to Chennai. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $5.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pondicherry to Chennai, with $3. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $5.

How to save money travelling from Pondicherry 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 Pondicherry 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 Pondicherry 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 buses from Pondicherry to Chennai are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Pondicherry and Chennai

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Pondicherry and Chennai.

Pondicherry Bus Stop

Bus Stop

Bharat Petroleum Gas Station

IndianOil Gas Station

Gopalan Kadai Road No 25

Thiyagaraya Nagar Bus Station

Omni Bus Stand

Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand

C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Pondicherry to Chennai? Compare all modes of transports from Pondicherry to Chennai.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pondicherry to Chennai

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Pondicherry to Chennai? Or which bus companies serve the route Pondicherry to Chennai? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Pondicherry to Chennai bus

How much does a Pondicherry Chennai bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $3 and takes 4h 15m to reach Chennai. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Pondicherry to Chennai?

This route is offered by 6 companies with a range of ticket prices between $3 and $52. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chennai.

On average, how many connections are available from Pondicherry to Chennai each day?

Every day, the Pondicherry to Chennai bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Pondicherry to Chennai take?

The fastest bus from Pondicherry to Chennai is offered by National Travels CHN and takes 3h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $13. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pondicherry to Chennai?

The earliest bus arriving in Chennai from Pondicherry starts at 12:55 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Pondicherry to Chennai?

The latest bus trip departing from Pondicherry for Chennai starts at 2:10 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Pondicherry Chennai route?

When traveling by bus from Pondicherry to Chennai, passengers can travel with Universal Travels, Intrcity Smartbus and National Travels CHN. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Pondicherry and Chennai?

You can check all the direct connections between Pondicherry 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: Universal Travels, Intrcity Smartbus and National Travels CHN.

What can I take with me on the Pondicherry to Chennai bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Pondicherry Chennai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Pondicherry 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 traveling 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 Pondicherry to Chennai on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Pondicherry to Chennai?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Pondicherry to Chennai

Premium Economy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

First Class

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

More bus routes to Pondicherry and to Chennai

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Pondicherry and to Chennai. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!