The average train between Coimbatore and Ponmalai takes 6h 36m and the fastest train takes 5h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Coimbatore to Ponmalai. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Coimbatore and Ponmalai. The earliest departure is at 12:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Coimbatore is at 8:10 AM which arrives into Ponmalai at 4:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Coimbatore to Ponmalai. However, there are services departing from Coimbatore station and arriving at Ponmalai station via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.
Coimbatore to Ponmalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Coimbatore Jn station.
Coimbatore to Ponmalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tiruchchirapali station.
The distance between Coimbatore and Ponmalai is 194.2 km. The road distance is 245 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Coimbatore Jn to Tiruchchirapali 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 20m.