Bus and Mini Bus Rental from Bangalore to Chennai
Group transfers for weddings, events, conferences and pilgrimages in Chennai, with the Vellore Golden Temple or Mahabalipuram as add-ons. A 2-day trip by mini bus costs from about ₹26,240.
Quick answer: Bus rental from Bangalore to Chennai costs about ₹26,240 for a 20–25 seater mini bus and ₹43,000 for a 50 seater on a 2-day round trip (690 km billed), plus tolls, parking and permits. Chennai is about 345 km away, 6 to 7 hours by road via NH48 through Hosur, Krishnagiri and Vellore.
| Trip fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance | About 345 km one way (690 km round trip) |
| Drive time | 6 to 7 hours |
| Usual route | NH48 through Hosur, Krishnagiri and Vellore |
| Best time to go | All year; November to February is coolest |
| Recommended trip | 2-day round trip |
| Permits | Tamil Nadu tourist permit |
Bangalore to Chennai bus fare
Whole-bus prices for a round trip, worked out exactly like the estimate on our search form. Tolls, parking and permits and entry tickets are extra.
| Vehicle | Rate | 2-day trip | 3-day trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Bus 20–25 Seater | ₹36/km + ₹700 bata/day | ₹26,240 | ₹29,100 |
| Bus 32–35 Seater | ₹45/km + ₹700 bata/day | ₹32,450 | ₹35,850 |
| Bus 40 Seater | ₹48/km + ₹700 bata/day | ₹34,520 | ₹38,100 |
| Bus 50 Seater | ₹60/km + ₹800 bata/day | ₹43,000 | ₹47,400 |
How we calculate it: 345 km × 2 = 690 km for the round trip, or 250 km a day if that is higher, multiplied by the rate per km, plus the driver bata for each day. A 3-day trip covers 750 km.
Bangalore to Chennai: stops on the way
Approximate road distance from central Bangalore at each stop.
- StartBangalorePickup at your door
- 40 kmHosurTamil Nadu border
- 90 kmKrishnagiri
- 165 kmAmburBiryani stop
- 210 kmVelloreGolden Temple, fort
- 300 kmSriperumbudur
- 345 kmChennaiCity limits
Planning Bangalore to Chennai by bus
On the road
NH48 is a four-lane highway from Bangalore through Hosur, Krishnagiri and Vellore to Chennai. The main delays are Bangalore traffic at the start and Chennai city traffic at the end, so we plan the start time around your event.
Suggested plan
- Day 1: leave at 6 am, Sripuram Golden Temple at Vellore, reach Chennai by afternoon
- Day 2: your event, or Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar temple and Mahabalipuram
- Day 3 (if staying): Mahabalipuram shore temple and Five Rathas, then back
Places to see in and around Chennai
- Sripuram Golden Temple, Vellore
- Marina Beach
- Kapaleeshwarar temple, Mylapore
- Mahabalipuram shore temple and Five Rathas
- DakshinaChitra on the ECR
- Kanchipuram temples (extra stop)
Bus tips for Chennai
For weddings and events, we drop guests at the venue and keep the bus for shuttles to the hotel during the stay. City traffic can add an hour, so we plan arrival times with that in mind. Tamil Nadu charges a permit for Karnataka tourist vehicles, paid at actuals.
Which bus suits your group
For 18 to 25 people, the mini bus is the cheapest way to travel together. Office teams and large families of 30 to 35 usually take the 32–35 seater. For school trips, associations and wedding parties of 40 to 50, a single 40 or 50 seater keeps everyone together and works out cheaper per head than two smaller vehicles.
Per person, a full 50 seater to Chennai costs about ₹860 for the 2-day trip, against about ₹1,050 each in a full mini bus. For groups under 17, a tempo traveller is usually the better choice.
What the fare includes
Every fare on this page is for the whole bus, not per seat. It includes the AC bus, an experienced driver, diesel and the driver's daily allowance (bata), which also covers his food and night stay. You never pay for the driver's room separately.
| Included | Paid at actuals |
|---|---|
| Bus, diesel and driver | Toll charges |
| Driver bata for every day | Parking fees |
| Pickup and drop at your address in Bangalore | State permits outside Karnataka |
| Help on WhatsApp through the trip | Entry tickets, guides and jeeps |
Outstation fares are worked out the same way as the price on our search: kilometres × the rate per km, plus bata per day. We bill a minimum of 250 km a day, so a short trip spread over several days costs at least that much per day.
Cancellation, changes and refunds
A short version of our refund and cancellation policy. No advance is needed to get a quote.
Cancellation
- Outstation: free if cancelled at least 12 hours before pickup (any advance booking fee is not refunded).
- Outstation, within 12 hours: a 25% to 50% fee, depending on distance and vehicle.
- Local trips: free up to 6 hours before pickup; later, up to 50% may be charged.
- No-show without notice: the full fare is charged.
Changing your booking
- Reschedule at least 4 to 6 hours before pickup, subject to availability.
- Changes closer to pickup are treated as a cancellation and a new booking.
- If we have to cancel because of a breakdown, driver issue or extreme weather, you get a full refund or a new slot.
Refunds
- Eligible refunds start within 5 to 7 business days.
- Money goes back to the original payment method.
- Paid in cash? Refunds are sent by bank transfer or UPI.
Bangalore to Chennai bus FAQs
How much is bus rental from Bangalore to Chennai?
About ₹26,240 for a 20–25 seater mini bus, ₹32,450 for a 32–35 seater, ₹34,520 for a 40 seater and ₹43,000 for a 50 seater on a 2-day round trip. Tolls, parking and permits and entry fees are extra.
Can we hire a bus one way to Chennai?
The bus has to return empty, so one-way trips are billed for the return distance too. A two-day trip usually costs only a little more.
Can the bus shuttle guests around Chennai during a wedding?
Yes. The bus stays with you for the trip, and short local runs fit within the daily minimum kilometres.
How long is the drive?
About 6 to 7 hours, depending on city traffic at both ends.
Is the Tamil Nadu permit extra?
Yes, it is paid at actuals.
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