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COZY RIDE, LOWER FARE TN GOVT TO OPERATE LUXURY BUSES ALONG LONG-DISTANCE ROUTES

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December 25, 2025

NEARLY 15 years after the neighbouring states of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka introduced premium multi-axle buses to provide enhanced comfort for long-distance travellers, the Tamil Nadu transport department has joined the initiative.

- B ANBUSELVAN @Chennai

The ticket fare for multi-axle buses will be ₹1.7 per km, which is about 25% higher than standard AC SETC buses, and 30% cheaper than private omni buses that charge between ₹2.6 and 2.9 per km, inclusive of all fees. For instance, for a Volvo bus ticket to Mad

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