Bangalore to Chennai Transport — Part Load & Full Truck
About 346 km by road. Estimate part-load and full-truck charges, transit time and e-way-bill validity, then compare verified transporters.
Rates and times are estimates.
About the Bangalore–Chennai freight lane
Bangalore–Chennai is effectively Bangalore's route to the sea. Import cargo landing at Chennai's ports and export cargo heading for them both use this road, alongside steady traffic between the Hosur and Sriperumbudur manufacturing belts. A truck can typically make the trip within a day, though port gates and the busy Hosur stretch decide how long it really takes.
Usual route: NH48 via Hosur, Krishnagiri, Vellore and Sriperumbudur, or the Bangalore–Chennai Expressway sections as they open.
Things to plan for
- Container moves to Chennai port should be planned against vessel cut-offs and free time.
- The Hosur and Krishnagiri stretch is busy with industrial traffic; allow for it at shift times.
- Short distance means minimum charges and loading costs weigh more in the price.
Typical cargo Bangalore → Chennai
- • Export cargo for Chennai port
- • Electronics
- • Engineering goods
- • Apparel
Typical cargo Chennai → Bangalore
- • Imported goods from Chennai's ports
- • Automobiles and auto parts
- • Consumer goods
Bangalore to Chennai freight charges — estimates
Worked from typical market per-kg and per-km ranges for ~346 km. Not a quote.
Part load (shared truck)
| Consignment | Estimated charge |
|---|---|
| Per kg | ₹5 – ₹9 / kg |
| 100 kg | ₹500 – ₹900 |
| 500 kg | ₹2,500 – ₹4,500 |
| 1,000 kg | ₹5,000 – ₹9,000 |
Full truck load (dedicated truck)
| Truck | Estimated trip charge |
|---|---|
| Pickup / 8 ft (up to ~1.5 T) | ₹10,500 – ₹17,500 |
| 14–17 ft (up to ~3–4 T) | ₹14,000 – ₹24,000 |
| 19–20 ft (up to ~7–9 T) | ₹19,000 – ₹31,000 |
| 32 ft SXL / MXL (~7–18 T) | ₹24,000 – ₹41,500 |
Market estimates only. Final cost depends on exact pickup and drop points, goods type, weight vs volume, tolls, loading labour, waiting time, season and return-load availability. Always compare written quotes.
Paperwork for Bangalore to Chennai freight
- Tax invoice or delivery challan for the goods, issued by the consignor.
- E-way bill for consignments above ₹50,000, valid about 2 days for this distance (normal cargo).
- Lorry receipt (LR) / consignment note from the transporter, your proof of handover.
- Transit insurance for the declared value, recommended on longer lanes.
Bangalore to Chennai freight: FAQs
What is the road distance from Bangalore to Chennai?
Roughly 346 km by road, usually via NH48 via Hosur, Krishnagiri, Vellore and Sriperumbudur, or the Bangalore–Chennai Expressway sections as they open. The exact distance depends on your pickup and drop addresses and the route the driver takes.
How much does part load cost from Bangalore to Chennai?
As a market estimate, around ₹5–₹9 per kg, billed on the greater of actual and volumetric weight, with a minimum charge per booking. For example, 500 kg would be roughly ₹2,500–₹4,500. Your quote depends on the goods, packing and pickup and drop access.
What is the full truck charge from Bangalore to Chennai?
As an estimate, a 32 ft truck works out to roughly ₹24,000–₹41,500 for the trip, and smaller trucks less. Tolls, loading labour, waiting time and return-load availability change the final price, so compare written quotes.
How long does a truck take from Bangalore to Chennai?
A dedicated truck usually takes about 1 day. Part load generally takes longer because the truck consolidates cargo and may transfer at a hub. Weather, festivals and checkpoints can add time.
How long is the e-way bill valid from Bangalore to Chennai?
For normal cargo, an e-way bill is valid for one day per 200 km or part of it, so about 2 days for roughly 346 km. Validity can be extended in specific situations. Over-dimensional cargo has a shorter per-day distance. Check the current GST rules when generating it.