What is the cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry?

The cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹4,000 and takes 17h.

What is the fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry?

The fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry is to drive which takes 8h 49m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Alappuzha and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Alappuzha to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Puducherry via Chertala, Ernakulam and Aluva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Alappuzha and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Alappuzha to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Pondicherry via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

How far is it from Alappuzha to Puducherry?

The distance between Alappuzha and Puducherry is 631 km. The road distance is 572.5 km.

How do I travel from Alappuzha to Puducherry without a car?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 14h 43m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,900.

How long does it take to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry?

It takes approximately 14h 43m to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Puducherry bus from?

Alappuzha to Puducherry bus services, operated by Vetri Travels, depart from Aluva station.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Puducherry train from?

Alappuzha to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Alappuzha station.

Train, bus or fly from Alappuzha to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry is to bus which takes 14h 43m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹500 - ₹4,000 and takes 17h, you could also fly, which costs ₹9,000 - ₹19,000 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Alappuzha to Puducherry bus arrive?

Alappuzha to Puducherry bus services, operated by Vetri Travels, arrive at Puducherry station.

Where does the Alappuzha to Puducherry train arrive?

Alappuzha to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Villupuram Jn station.

Can I drive from Alappuzha to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Alappuzha to Puducherry is 573 km. It takes approximately 8h 49m to drive from Alappuzha to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Alappuzha to Puducherry - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Alappuzha to Puducherry by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Puducherry
14h 43m
₹1,894–2,813
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Thrissur
2. Take the bus from Thrissur to Palakkad
3. Take the train from Palakkad to Pondicherry
18h 43m
₹509–6,413
Train
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Villupuram Jn16128
17h
₹516–3,928
Drive 572.5 km
1. Drive from Alappuzha to Puducherry572.5 km
8h 49m
₹6,040–8,724
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alappuzha to Puducherry572.5 km
8h 49m
₹10,000–13,000
Fly Cochin International Airport to Pondicherry
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY)COK - PNY
9h 29m
₹9,367–18,228
Fly Cochin International Airport to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)COK - MAA
2. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherry
9h 26m
₹4,887–11,328
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Trivandrum Pett
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)TRV - MAA
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherry
10h 5m
₹5,030–14,624

Alappuzha to Puducherry by train

7Weekly Trains

17hAverage Duration

₹516Cheapest Price

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Distance: 631 km
Duration: 14h 43m

What companies run services between Alappuzha, India and Puducherry, India?

Vetri Travels operates a bus from Aluva to Puducherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹1,800–2,500 and the journey takes 11h 25m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Alappuzha to Villupuram Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 15h 15m.

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