The average train between Cuddalore and Poompuhar takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Cuddalore to Poompuhar. 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 3 times a day between Cuddalore and Poompuhar. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cuddalore is at 5:36 PM which arrives into Poompuhar at 10:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Chennai Egmore and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


4h 46m • 2 changes


4h 41m • 2 changes


4h 22m • 2 changes


4h 7m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Cuddalore to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Cuddalore station and arriving at Poompuhar station via Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Cuddalore to Poompuhar train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tiruppadirippuliyur station.
Cuddalore to Poompuhar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.
The distance between Cuddalore and Poompuhar is 158.5 km. The road distance is 212 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Chennai Egmore 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 41m.