About the Chennai to Coimbatore bus route
Chennai to Coimbatore overnight buses leave Koyambedu, Perungalathur and Vadapalani between 8 pm and midnight, arriving at Gandhipuram around 6 am. SETC Ultra Deluxe and KPN sleepers are the mainstays; Parveen and IntrCity run AC sleepers with live tracking.
On Paymm, every Chennai–Coimbatore bus shows its live seat map, per-seat fares and boarding points before you pay, so you can compare operators on one page. There is no convenience fee, and cancellation charges are shown on the bus card up front.
Bus types on this route
- AC SleeperFlat berths, best for the overnight run. Usually the most booked class.
- Volvo / Multi-axleReclining semi-sleeper seats with the smoothest ride; often the fastest buses.
- AC SeaterCheaper and frequent; comfortable for daytime travel.
- Non-AC Sleeper / SeaterLowest fares, from about ₹599.
Popular operators
Operator availability varies by date; the search shows every bus with live seats for your day of travel.
Chennai to Coimbatore bus FAQs
How long does the Chennai to Coimbatore bus take?+
Most Chennai to Coimbatore buses take 7.5–9.5 hrs for roughly 500 km, depending on the operator, boarding point and traffic. Overnight departures are the most popular because you arrive early morning.
What is the cheapest Chennai to Coimbatore bus fare?+
Fares on this route typically start around ₹599 for non-AC seaters and go up to about ₹1,800 for AC sleepers and multi-axle Volvos. Live fares are shown on the seat map before you pay, and Paymm adds no convenience fee.
Which operators run Chennai to Coimbatore buses?+
Well-known operators on this corridor include SETC, KPN Travels, Parveen Travels, SRS Travels, IntrCity SmartBus. Availability changes daily, so search your date to see every bus with live seats.
Can I cancel a Chennai to Coimbatore bus ticket?+
Yes. Open the ticket under My bus bookings and tap Cancel. Each operator sets its own cancellation charge, which you can read on the bus card before paying. The balance is refunded to your original payment method (wallet refunds are instant).