TNSTC Sabarimala Special Buses From Chennai Timing and Online Booking

TNSTC has begun daily special bus services from Chennai to Sabarimala via major Tamil Nadu towns, with advance booking available up to 90 days through the TNSTC website and mobile app.

The Tamil Nadu State Express Transport Corporation (TNSTC) has commenced its annual special bus services to the famed Sabarimala Ayyappan Temple in Kerala. These dedicated services, arranged every year for the convenience of Ayyappa devotees, will operate daily starting today.

According to TNSTC, special buses will depart from two major Chennai bus terminals:

Departure Timings

From Chennai Koyambedu Bus Terminus:

• 2:00 PM
• 2:30 PM

From Dr. Kalaignar Bus Terminus:

• 2:30 PM
• 3:00 PM

The buses will travel via Tindivanam, Villupuram, Tiruchirappalli, Dindigul, and Kumuli, before reaching Pampa, the gateway to Sabarimala. TNSTC has also announced that additional buses will be operated depending on passenger demand throughout the pilgrimage season.

Advance Booking Available

Devotees can make online reservations up to 90 days in advance through the official website tnstc.in or via the TNSTC mobile app.

For further details regarding schedules and services, passengers may contact the helpline numbers:
📞 94450 14424
📞 94450 14463

TNSTC officials have urged devotees to make use of the advance booking facility to avoid last-minute rush during the peak pilgrimage period.

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