The Surathkal to Chennai bus route covers approximately 707 kms and takes about 14 hrs 53 mins. A total of 3 direct buses operated by 2 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 14:55, and the last bus leaves at 22:20.
Major boarding points in Surathkal include Surathkal B S, while common drop locations in Chennai are Adyar, Anna University, Arumbakkam, Ashok Pillar, Ekkattuthangal, Guindy, Koyambedu, Madhya Kailash, Maduravoyal, Navalur.
RTC and private operators such as Bharathi Travels offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 1590 - INR 2100.00 depending on the bus type and features.



