Interstate Permit Cab – Tamil Nadu to Karnataka, Kerala, AP & Telangana

Crossing state borders by cab involves more than just distance: it requires a valid interstate permit, sufficient FASTag balance, knowledge of checkpost procedures, and familiarity with multi-state highway networks. HJ Cabs handles all of this in the background: every vehicle carries a current all-India tourist permit and active FASTag, so entry into Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana from Tamil Nadu causes no more than a brief stop.

Pricing is transparent from the start. Sedan trips are ₹15/km and SUV trips ₹20/km, with a 130 km minimum and driver bata of ₹500 (Sedan) / ₹600 (SUV) quoted upfront. Tolls and state entry taxes are charged separately at actuals, with receipts provided every time and never a hidden markup.

Long interstate hauls like Chennai–Hyderabad (630 km, ~11 hr) or Chennai–Bengaluru (350 km, ~6.5 hr) are assigned to drivers experienced on those specific corridors, with rest stops planned for night travel. Whether it's a same-day business trip to Bengaluru, an airport drop to Kochi, or a family relocation across state lines, HJ Cabs keeps the journey simple. Book via WhatsApp at +91-9042657398 and get a fixed quote in under 2 minutes.

HJ Cabs operates on all major South India interstate corridors connecting Tamil Nadu to neighbouring states:

Tamil Nadu ↔ Karnataka

Chennai–Bengaluru (NH44, IT/business corridor), Bengaluru–Coimbatore & Salem (industrial belt), Salem–Bengaluru, Trichy–Bengaluru. Karnataka interstate permit: ₹350.

Tamil Nadu ↔ Kerala

Coimbatore–Kochi (NH544, coastal access), Madurai–Thiruvananthapuram (NH44/NH66), Madurai–Munnar (hill route). Kerala interstate permit: ₹600.

Tamil Nadu ↔ Andhra Pradesh / Telangana

Chennai–Hyderabad (NH16, long-haul corridor with planned rest stops). AP interstate permit: ₹420, Telangana interstate permit: ₹420.

Tamil Nadu ↔ Puducherry

Chennai–Pondicherry (ECR route). Puducherry interstate permit: ₹400, the lowest of all corridors we cover.

We also cover less common but frequently requested routes such as Vellore–Hyderabad, Trichy–Kochi, and Tirunelveli–Trivandrum. Call +91-9042657398 for a quote on any corridor not listed.

Sedan fares below are billed at actual distance or the 130 km minimum, whichever is higher, plus driver bata. Tolls and the interstate permit fee are extra, at actuals:

• Chennai → Bengaluru: 350 km | from ₹5,750 | 6–7 hr | Karnataka permit ₹350
• Chennai → Mysuru: 390 km | from ₹6,350 | 6.5–7.5 hr | Karnataka permit ₹350
• Coimbatore → Kochi: 190 km | from ₹3,350 | 4–4.5 hr | Kerala permit ₹600
• Madurai → Munnar: 195 km | from ₹3,425 | 5–5.5 hr | Kerala permit ₹600
• Madurai → Thiruvananthapuram: 305 km | from ₹5,075 | 6.5 hr | Kerala permit ₹600
• Chennai → Hyderabad: 630 km | from ₹9,950 | 10–11 hr | AP/TS permit ₹420
• Chennai → Pondicherry: 165 km | from ₹2,975 | 3–3.5 hr | Puducherry permit ₹400
• Salem → Bengaluru: 215 km | from ₹3,725 | 4–4.5 hr | Karnataka permit ₹350
• Trichy → Bengaluru: 335 km | from ₹5,525 | 6–7 hr | Karnataka permit ₹350
• Bengaluru → Coimbatore: 360 km | from ₹5,900 | 6.5 hr | Karnataka permit ₹350

SUV (₹20/km, 6-seater) fares are also available. Call +91-9042657398 for an instant quote on any route.

Booking an HJ Cabs interstate cab takes under 2 minutes:

1. WhatsApp or call +91-9042657398 with your origin, destination, travel date, and passenger count

2. Get a transparent fare quote: per-km rate, driver bata, and an estimate of tolls/state entry taxes

3. A driver experienced on your specific cross-state corridor is assigned, with permit documents and FASTag ready

4. Driver arrives at your pickup point on schedule, with rest stops planned in advance for long hauls

5. Tolls and entry taxes are paid en route at actuals, with receipts provided

6. Pay the balance by cash or UPI at your destination, with invoices available on request

Corporate & Recurring Bookings

Businesses with regular interstate travel, such as vendor visits, employee transfers, or factory audits, can set up a corporate account for monthly consolidated billing and digital invoices for every trip.

Night Travel

Interstate trips run 24/7 at the same per-km rate, with no night surcharge. For long routes like Chennai–Hyderabad, drivers plan rest breaks to ensure safe overnight travel.

All-India tourist permit

Every HJ Cabs interstate vehicle carries a valid all-India tourist permit, which legally allows commercial taxis to operate across state lines. You don't need to arrange anything, as it's already in the vehicle.

Interstate permit fees

Each destination state charges a separate interstate permit fee for commercial vehicles entering from Tamil Nadu. Current Sedan rates: Karnataka ₹350, Kerala ₹600, Andhra Pradesh ₹420, Telangana ₹420, Puducherry ₹400 (SUV and Innova Crysta are charged at higher vehicle-class rates). These are charged at actuals with receipts, never marked up.

Tolls & FASTag

All vehicles are FASTag-enabled with sufficient balance maintained for the full route, so there's no stopping to pay cash at toll plazas. Toll charges are itemised in your final fare.

Checkpost stops

Drivers carry all permit documentation in the vehicle and are familiar with Tamil Nadu's border checkposts into Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Typically there is no delay beyond 5 minutes at any checkpost.