221 bus route in Chennai: Thiruporur to Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central)

In this article, we bring you all the details about the bus services plying along the 221 bus route in Chennai.

You can take the 221 bus route from Thiruporur to Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central). The 221 bus route in Chennai connects several significant landmarks and locations inside the city along its path. Approximately two hours are required to complete a trip on this city bus in Chennai. The 221 bus route operates every day.

 

Days Operating Hours Duration
Sunday 3:40 AM-8:35 PM 0-minute
Monday 3:40 AM-8:35 PM 0-minute
Tuesday 3:40 AM-8:35 PM 0-minute
Wednesday 3:40 AM-8:35 PM 0-minute
Thursday 3:40 AM-8:35 PM 0-minute
Friday 3:40 AM-8:35 PM 0-minute
Saturday 3:40 AM-8:35 PM 0-minute

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221 bus route: Up route

Bus Starts  Thiruporur
Bus Ends Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central) 
First Bus  3:40 AM
Last Bus  8:35 PM
Total Trips  14

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Thiruporur to Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central)

Stop Name
Thiruporur
Kalavakkam Tea Stall
Thiruporur Kovil
Kalavakkam
Kalavakkam School
Ssn College
Kommen Nagar
Chengammal Junction
Vijaya Shanthi Lotus Pond
SMK Fomra College
Thaiyur
Kelambakkam
Vandalur Road Junction
Chettinad Hospital
Hindustan Engineering College
Padur
Akshaya
Kazhipattur

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Palavasthic Chemicals
Siruseri I.T.Park
Sipcot
Egattur
Navalur
Sathyabama University
Kumaran Nagar
Pooniyamman Kovil
Aavin
Sholinganallur Government School
Sholinganallur
Accenture Sholinganallur
Karapakkam
TCS
Okkiyampet
PTC Quarters
Thoraipakkam Tea Shop
Okkiam Thoraipakkam 

 

Perungudi
Kandanchavadi
IGP
S.R.P.Tools
National Institute Of Fashion Technology
Thiruvanmiyur Railway Station
Women’s Polytechnic
V.H.S.
Madhya Kailash
C.L.R.I.
IIT Madras/Guindy National Park
Gandhi Mandapam
Anna University
Raj Bhavan Quarters
Concorde Spic
Little Mount Metro Station
Panagal Maligai
Kalaignar Ache
Saidapet
Saidapet (Teachers Training College)

 

Thadandar Nagar-Saidapet
Thadandar Nagar
Raja Hostel
Nandanam
S.H.B.
Nandanam Military Quarters
Teynampet
Vanavali
Teynampet
D.M.S.Metro Station
Gemini Teynampet
Thousand Light
Anand Theatre
Thousand Lights 
T.V.S
Spencer Plaza (TVS)
LIC
LIC Office
L.I.C Road

 

Mount Road Post Office
Shanthi Theatre
The Hindu
P.Or & Sons
Simson Periyar Bridge
Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central)

221 bus route: Down route

Bus Starts  Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central)
Bus Ends Thiruporur
First Bus  4:15 AM
Last Bus  9:10 PM
Total Trips  14

 

Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central) to Thiruporur

Stop Name
Central R.S. (M.G.R.Central)
Central Railway Station
Madras Medical College (Rajiv Gandhi General

Hospital)

Pallavan Salai/Periyar Bridge
Simson Periyar Bridge
P.Or & Sons
The Hindu
Shanthi Theatre
Anna Salai
LIC Office
T.V.S
Anand Theatre
Greams Road
Church Park School
U.S. Embassy
D.M.S.Metro Station
Vaanavil

 

Nandanam Society/Defence Quarters
Defense Quarters
S.H.B
Nandanam Ymca
Nandanam Gmca
Saidapet Tod Hunter Nagar
Saidapet (Teachers Training College)
Saidapet
Kalaignar Ache
Panagal Maligai
Saidapet Court / Taluk Office
Anna University
Gandhi Mandapam Bus Stop
C.L.R.I.
Madhya Kailash
V.H.S.
Women’s Polytechnic
Thiruvanmiyur Railway Station
Tidel Park
National Institute Of Fashion Technology (

N.I.F.T.)

 

S.R.P Tools
Igp
Kandanchavadi
Perungudi
Seevaram
D.B.Jain College
Info View Thoraipakkam
Mettukuppam
Okkiyam Thoraipakkam Se
Thoraipakkam Tea Shop
PTC Quarters
Okkiyampet
TCS
Karapakkam
Accenture Sholinganallur
Sholinganallur P.U.
Shollinganour Government School
Aavin
Ponniyamman Kovil
Kumaran Nagar

 

Sathyabama Dental College And Hospital
Semmancheri
Ags Navalur
Navalur
Egattur
Siruseri
Siruseri I.T.Park
Palavasthic Chemicals
Kazhipattur
Akshaya
O.M.R. Padur
Padur Road
Hindustan Engg College
Chettinad Hospital
Padur
Vandalur Road Junction
Kelambakkam
Thaiyur
S.M.K Fomra College (Thayer)
Vijaya Shanthi Lotus Pond
Komman Nagar

 

S.S.N. College
Kalavakkam
Thiruporur Kovil
Kalavakkam Tea Stall
Thiruporur

 

221 bus route: Places to visit around Thiruporur

You can quickly visit these beautiful places on your way to Thiruporur. 

 

  • Thiruporur Kandaswamy Temple

The Hindu god Murugan is honoured at the Thiruporur Kandaswamy Temple at Thiruporur, a panchayat town in the OMR Road, Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu, South India. The temple is built in the style of Dravidian architecture.

You can reach the temple’s sanctum and pillared halls through a five-tiered gateway tower. The temple is open from 6:30 am to noon and from 5 pm to 8 evenings. Thiruporur Murugan Temple is situated 28 kilometres from Chennai. Tambaram is 35 km away, and Chengalpattu is 25 km from the temple.

 

  • Arulmigu Kandaswamy Temple

The Arulmigu Kandaswamy Temple, located forty kilometres from Chennai on the road to Mahabalipuram, is one of the most frequented temples. The Thiruporur temple faces east and is situated there. 

The temple is devoted to Murugan, one of South India’s most beloved and well-known deities. Murugan is known as Sri Kandaswamy in this temple. It is depicted with his two consorts, Valli and Deivanai. 

 

221 bus route: Places to visit near M.G.R Central

We suggest you visit these places on your way to M.G.R Central. 

 

  • Government Museum

The Government Museum Chennai, often known as the Madras Museum, is the second-oldest museum in India and one of the oldest in the entire world. Its extensive collection of artefacts reveals the history and culture of humanity. The museum is well-known for its bronze sculptures and artefacts from various South Indian dynasties. 

Some worth-watching structures at the Chennai Government Museum:

  • Front building with a display of puppets, arms, and other artwork
  • Traditional artwork at the National Gallery.
  • The bronze gallery shows old coins, bronze sculptures, and chemically preserved artefacts.

 

  • Parthasarathy Temple

This beautiful religious location is one of the 108 Divyadesams. The holy places known as Divyadesams, devoted to Lord Vishnu, are described in the Divya Prabandha, a significant literary work by Tamil saints or the Alvars. 

The Tiruvaimozhi Mandapam was one of the Vijayanagara Empire’s impressive additions. The temple’s sacred tank is known as Kairavani, and five revered Theerthams: Indra, Soma, Agni, Meena, and Vishnu, encircle it.

 

221 bus route: Fare

The cost of a ride on the 221 bus route ranges from Rs 6 to Rs 22. Various variables may affect prices. 

 

FAQs

What is the best time to visit Thiruporur Murugan Temple?

May-June is the best time to visit the temple. The Vaikasi Visakam is held during the Tamil month of Vaikasi, i.e., May and June.

What is the entry fee to the Government Museum?

The entry fee for adults is Rs 15 and for children is Rs 10. For foreigners, it is Rs 250 for adults and Rs 125 for children.

What is the cost of a ticket for bus number 221 to Central R.S.?

The cost of a bus ticket ranges from Rs 6.00 to Rs 22.00.

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