Where groups travel from Chennai
| Destination | Distance | Driving time | Good to know | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai to Pondicherry | about 170 km | about 3.5 hours | The East Coast Road is the scenic way; the highway through Tindivanam is the faster option. | Get a price |
| Chennai to Bangalore | about 365 km | about 7.5 hours | The highway runs through Vellore and Krishnagiri with several toll plazas; many people leave early to beat city traffic. | Get a price |
| Chennai to Tirupati | about 140 km | about 3 hours | Pilgrims usually start before dawn to reach the hill in time for their darshan slot. | Get a price |
| Chennai to Madurai | about 530 km | about 10.5 hours | A long road trip, so overnight drops are common. | Get a price |
| Chennai to Mahabalipuram | about 65 km | about 1.5 hours | A popular day trip along the coast; weekends see heavy traffic on the East Coast Road. | Get a price |
| Chennai to Kanchipuram | about 85 km | about 1.5 hours | Temples close in the afternoon, so an early start gives you more time. | Get a price |
| Chennai to Vellore | about 155 km | about 3 hours | Frequent trips for hospital visits and the Golden Temple at Sripuram. | Get a price |
| Chennai to Coimbatore | about 535 km | about 10.5 hours | An overnight run through Salem; most people leave in the evening. | Get a price |
Distances and times are approximate and depend on the road and the traffic. The fare is not listed here: it is calculated live when you search, so it is always the current one.
Choose the size for your group
12 to 17 seats
Tempo traveller for families, small offices and short tours.
21 to 26 seats
Mini bus for wedding guests and college groups.
35 to 45 seats
Tourist coach for larger groups and long journeys.
AC or non-AC
Filter by AC and see the amenities each operator lists.
Bus hire for groups in Chennai
Wedding and function
Bring guests to the venue and back with one booking.
School and college tours
A bus for the whole group, with the days and places written down.
Pilgrim groups
Temple and church tours that cover several towns.
Corporate outings
Office trips and team days out.
See before you ask
Photos, seats, amenities and the operator terms are on each bus page where the operator has added them.
Ask for a price
Send the trip details and the operator replies with a price.
Serving the whole city, including Chennai International Airport (MAA); Chennai Central, Chennai Egmore, Tambaram; Koyambedu (CMBT), Kilambakkam (KCBT), Madhavaram bus stands.
When groups hire a bus in Chennai
- Tempo traveller on rent for family weddings in Kanchipuram and Tiruvannamalai
- Tourist bus for school and college tours to Mahabalipuram and Pondicherry
- Team outings for IT offices on Old Mahabalipuram Road
- Pilgrim groups to Tirupati, Velankanni and Sabarimala
Places people go from Chennai
- Marina Beach
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Mylapore
- Fort St. George and museum
- Government Museum, Egmore
- Elliot's Beach, Besant Nagar
- Guindy National Park
- San Thome Basilica
- Valluvar Kottam
Why book with Oray in Chennai
Fares shown first
Charges for the trip are listed on the fare screen before you pay, and the cancellation policy is shown at booking.
Checked drivers
A driver is approved only after Oray has checked the licence, the vehicle papers and the insurance.
Track and share
Follow the trip live in the app and share it with family.
Pay your way
Pay in full, pay 25% now, or pay later, depending on the trip.
Help any hour
Booking and support run 24x7.
How it works
- Enter the places, dates and number of people
- See buses with seats, photos and amenities
- Ask for a price or book where the price is shown
- The operator confirms your trip
Questions about bus hire in Chennai
Can I hire a tempo traveller in Chennai for a wedding in Kanchipuram?
Yes. Search for a bus or tempo traveller on rent, give your dates and passenger count, and you will see the buses available with seats and amenities. If a price is not listed, you can ask for one.
Do tourist buses in Chennai go to Pondicherry and Mahabalipuram for school tours?
Yes, these are common group trips. Mention the number of students and teachers so a bus with enough seats is chosen.
Can I hire a bus for an office outing from Old Mahabalipuram Road?
Yes. Give the pickup point, the destination and the return time. Group trips can start from any pickup in the city.
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