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

The cheapest way to get from Manali to Puducherry is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹800 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manali to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Manali and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Manali to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from M.F.L. and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Manali and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Manali to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Wimco Nagar Metro and arriving at Pondicherry via Trisulam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Manali to Puducherry?

The distance between Manali and Puducherry is 200 km. The road distance is 162 km.

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

The best way to get from Manali to Puducherry without a car is to bus via Central Station which takes 4h 43m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Manali to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manali to Puducherry bus from?

Manali to Puducherry bus services, operated by MTC, depart from M.F.L. station.

Where do I catch the Manali to Puducherry train from?

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

Train or bus from Manali to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Manali to Puducherry is to bus via Central Station which takes 4h 43m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹420 - ₹1,800 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Manali to Puducherry bus arrive?

Manali to Puducherry bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Manali to Puducherry train arrive?

Manali to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Can I drive from Manali to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Manali to Puducherry is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Manali to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1163+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Manali to Puducherry - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Manali to Puducherry by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Central Station
best
1. Take the bus from M.F.L. to Central Stationbus 28A
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
4h 43m
₹605–1,212
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Government School to C.B.M.T.bus 121A
2. Take the bus from Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand to Puducherrybus
7h 57m
₹131–754
Train
1. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain 16115
5h 58m
₹428–1,728
Drive 162 km
1. Drive from Manali to Puducherrycar 162 km
2h 43m
₹1,575–2,275
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manali to Puducherrytaxi 162 km
2h 43m
₹3,600–4,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Government School to Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapambus 121A
2. Take the bus from Koyembedu to Pondicherrybus
6h 29m
₹611–2,152

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Distance: 199.8 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Manali, Tamil Nādu, India and Puducherry, India?

You can take a vehicle from Manali to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via M.F.L., Central Station, and Chennai in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Trisulam to Pondicherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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