Chennai to Mahabalipuram
Every way to get there — compared with fares from real planned trips.
Chennai to Mahabalipuram is about 60 km; the fastest option is by bus (1h 45m) and the cheapest is by bus from ₹345. Best time to start: depart in the morning to avoid peak traffic and enjoy the coastal views..
- Distance
- 60 km
- Fastest
- 1h 45m
- by bus
- Cheapest
- from ₹345
- by bus
- Full trip cost
- ~₹13,431
- median, per person, incl. stay
Train vs bus vs flight
| Mode | From | Fastest | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | ₹345 | 1h 45m | 3 found |
The leg-by-leg plan
The complete journey from a real TravBuddy trip — including the first and last mile.
- 1
Chennai (Your Location) → Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus (CMBT)auto
0h 45m · 15 km
Negotiate the fare beforehand or use a ride-hailing app for convenience.
- 2
Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus (CMBT) → Mahabalipuram Bus Standbus
1h 30m · 45 km
Look for buses heading towards Pondicherry or ECR, as many will stop at Mahabalipuram.
- 3
Mahabalipuram Bus Stand → Mahabalipuram (Your Accommodation)auto
0h 15m · 2 km
Auto-rickshaws are readily available outside the bus stand for short distances.
Bus options
| Service | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)RKK Travels | 15:30 | 17:15 | 1h 45m | ₹345 |
| A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)Jayasundari Bus | 18:00 | 20:25 | 2h 25m | ₹349 |
| A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)VEE VEE BUS | 17:00 | 19:20 | 2h 20m | ₹629 |
Chennai to Mahabalipuram: quick questions
How far is Mahabalipuram from Chennai?+
Chennai to Mahabalipuram is about 60 km by the usual route.
What is the cheapest way from Chennai to Mahabalipuram?+
The cheapest option is usually by bus, from around ₹345 per person — compare live fares on this page.
How long does it take to travel from Chennai to Mahabalipuram?+
The fastest option is by bus, taking about 1h 45m.
How can you travel from Chennai to Mahabalipuram?+
You can travel from Chennai to Mahabalipuram by bus. This page compares each with live fares, timings and a leg-by-leg plan.
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Build this Chennai→Mahabalipuram tripFares and timings were fetched from live rail, bus and flight sources on 20 July 2026 and change with date and demand — always confirm while booking.