The State Transport Department has revised the bus schedule from Koyambedu to Tiruvannamalai, now offering limited services on Fridays, Saturdays, and full moon days starting from May 24. This adjustment aims to cater to the significant influx of visitors to the temple town on these specific days.
Koyambedu to Tiruvannamalai Revised Bus Schedule
New Operating Days
- Fridays and Saturdays: Limited bus services will be available every Friday and Saturday.
- Full Moon Days: Special services will also be provided on full moon days each month, accommodating the high number of devotees visiting Tiruvannamalai.
Routes and Frequency
- Trial Basis: The TNSTC (Villupuram) will operate buses on a trial basis from Koyambedu via Arcot and Arani to Tiruvannamalai.
- Additional Routes: These buses will supplement the existing services operated via Kancheepuram and Vandavasi.
- Kilambakkam Terminus: Previously, buses to Tiruvannamalai were operated from Kilambakkam terminus. The new schedule includes services from Koyambedu terminus to meet commuter demand from the market and surrounding areas.
Enhanced Connectivity
Commuter Demand
- Market Workers: The revised schedule addresses the needs of commuters, particularly those working in and around the Koyambedu market.
- Direct Services: The direct bus services from Koyambedu terminus provide a convenient travel option for these commuters.
Additional Services
Previous Announcement
- May 23 Update: Earlier, the department announced that from May 23, in addition to the 90 buses operated from Kilambakkam terminus via Tindivanam, 44 buses would be operated from Koyambedu terminus via Arcot and Arani.
- Daily Operations: Initially, the plan included operating 85 buses daily from Koyambedu terminus to Tiruvannamalai, which has now been revised to the limited schedule.
Conclusion
The State Transport Department’s revised bus schedule from Koyambedu to Tiruvannamalai is set to provide efficient and targeted services for devotees and commuters on the busiest days. By aligning the bus operations with peak travel times, TNSTC aims to enhance the travel experience for passengers heading to the temple town.
Source : dtnext
