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

The cheapest way to get from Poompuhar to Puducherry is to bus via Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand which costs ₹120 - ₹600 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poompuhar to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Poompuhar and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Poompuhar to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Agrakaram and arriving at Pondicherry via Koyembedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Poompuhar and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Poompuhar to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Villivakkam and arriving at Pondicherry via Chennai Park, Chennai Egmore and Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Poompuhar to Puducherry?

The distance between Poompuhar and Puducherry is 175 km. The road distance is 158.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Poompuhar to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Poompuhar to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poompuhar to Puducherry bus from?

Poompuhar to Puducherry bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Agrakaram station.

Where do I catch the Poompuhar to Puducherry train from?

Poompuhar to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Poompuhar to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Poompuhar to Puducherry is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can train via Villupuram, which costs ₹490 - ₹4,000 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Poompuhar to Puducherry bus arrive?

Poompuhar to Puducherry bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapam station.

Where does the Poompuhar to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poompuhar to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Poompuhar to Puducherry is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Poompuhar to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

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

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

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 Agrakaram to Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapambus 121A
2. Take the bus from Koyembedu to Pondicherrybus
4h 32m
₹608–2,124
Bus via Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand to Puducherrybus
5h 31m
₹128–575
Train via Villupuram
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Villupuram Jntrain 12693 / ...
5h 41m
₹490–3,948
Drive 158.8 km
1. Drive from Poompuhar to Puducherrycar 158.8 km
2h 25m
₹1,718–2,482
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Poompuhar to Puducherrytaxi 158.8 km
2h 25m
₹3,600–4,300
Train
1. Take the train from Perambur to Pondicherrytrain 17652
5h 49m
₹288–2,233

Poompuhar to Puducherry by train

59Weekly Trains

5h 41mAverage Duration

₹490Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poompuhar to Puducherry.

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Distance: 175.5 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Agrakaram to Pondicherry via Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapam and Koyembedu in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Villupuram Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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