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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal is to bus via Madhavaram Bypass which costs ₹140 - ₹650 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,600.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Pulhal?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Pulhal. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Puzhal via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Pulhal?

The distance between Puducherry and Pulhal is 189 km. The road distance is 161.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal without a car is to bus which takes 4h 7m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Puducherry to Pulhal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Pulhal bus from?

Puducherry to Pulhal bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Pondicherry station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Pulhal?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal is to bus which takes 4h 7m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹2,800 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Puducherry to Pulhal bus arrive?

Puducherry to Pulhal bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Koyembedu station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Pulhal?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Pulhal is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Puducherry to Pulhal.

Where can I stay near Pulhal?

There are 958+ hotels available in Pulhal.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Puducherry to Pulhal 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 Pondicherry to Koyembedubus
4h 7m
₹679–2,148
Bus via Madhavaram Bypass
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
2. Take the bus from C.B.M.T. to Madhavaram Rountanabus 121A
6h 2m
₹140–630
Train
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Chennai Egmoretrain 12632 / ...
4h 21m
₹730–2,776
Drive 161.7 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Pulhalcar 161.7 km
2h 33m
₹1,786–2,580
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Pulhaltaxi 161.7 km
2h 33m
₹3,600–4,400
Bus via Koyembedu
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Bus stand to Koyembedubus
5h 43m
₹1,212–2,180

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Puducherry to Pulhal.

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Distance: 189.1 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Pondicherry to Koyembedu once daily. Tickets cost ₹600–2,100 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Villupuram Jn to Chennai Egmore hourly. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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