MTC Route 555S: Route details and timing
The Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) in Chennai has introduced a new bus service, MTC Bus 555S, connecting Kilambakkam to Siruseri IT Park.
This service, with an initial offering of 24 daily trips, aims to address complaints about bus shortages and long waiting times in the IT corridor.
The new bus service, designated MTC Route 555S, will establish a crucial link between Old Mahabalipuram Road and the recently inaugurated bus terminus in Chennai.
Simultaneously, MTC Chennai has improved the frequency of buses on the M18 route (Tambaram-Guduvancherry via Kilambakkam), enhancing overall connectivity in the region.
Moreover bus routes 91 and 95 have also been extended up to Kilambakkam (KCBT).
The official announcement of the MTC Route 555S was made through the MTC Chennai Twitter handle on January 26th.
🚨New Route Alert!
— MTC Chennai (@MtcChennai) January 26, 2024
Introducing Route No. 555S, connecting Kilambakkam (KCBT) to Sholinganallur/ Siruseri IT Park via Vandalur, Kandigai, Mambakkam, Kelambakkam Road junction, and Navalur. This bus will be operated with 24 trips. Hop on board and enjoy a smooth ride to your… pic.twitter.com/63Cvq5MzoR
MTC Route 555S Route and Frequency
The new bus service, designated MTC Route 555S, will establish a crucial link between Old Mahabalipuram Road and the recently inaugurated bus terminus in Chennai.
The route covers Kilambakkam to Sholinganallur/Siruseri IT Park, passing through key locations.
The bus stops that MTC Bus 555S will pass are as follows:
- Vandalur
- Kandigai
- Mambakkam
- Kelambakkam Road junction
- Navalur.
Commencing with an initial schedule of 24 daily trips, this new service demonstrates a commitment to adaptability, as authorities have indicated a readiness to augment trip frequencies in response to rising demand.
