Chalakudi is a popular pilgrimage destination visited by devotees year-round. With a regular schedule and multiple departure options, the bus service connecting Thanjavur to Chalakudi offers pilgrims a convenient and reliable way to visit the temple town for darshan.
The Thanjavur to Chalakudi bus route covers approximately 386 kms and takes about 7 hrs 41 mins. A total of 8 direct buses operated by 6 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 16:45, and the last bus leaves at 23:40.
Major boarding points in Thanjavur include Bhel (Tanjore), NIT College, New Bus Stand, Old Bus Stand, Sastra Univercity, Vallam, while common drop locations in Chalakudi are Chalakudy, Fort.
RTC and private operators such as Universal Travels offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 616 - INR 1543.00 depending on the bus type and features.



