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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal is to bus which costs ₹180 - ₹850 and takes 4h 8m.

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 39m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

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 Kottakupam Bypass and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Puzhal via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Pulhal?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Pulhal. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Thirumangalam via Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Pulhal?

The distance between Puducherry and Pulhal is 160 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 8m and costs ₹180 - ₹850.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m 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 SETC, depart from Kottakupam Bypass station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Pulhal train from?

Puducherry to Pulhal train services, operated by Indian Railways, 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 8m and costs ₹180 - ₹850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹240 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Puducherry to Pulhal bus arrive?

Puducherry to Pulhal bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand station.

Where does the Puducherry to Pulhal train arrive?

Puducherry to Pulhal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Pulhal?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Pulhal is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Puducherry to Pulhal.

Where can I stay near Pulhal?

There are 971+ hotels available in Pulhal.

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There are 5 ways to get from Puducherry to Pulhal by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Kottakupam Bypass to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
4h 8m
₹180–813
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmoretrain 16116 / ...
5h 46m
₹248–2,294
Drive 161.7 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Pulhalcar 161.7 km
2h 39m
₹1,804–2,606
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Pulhaltaxi 161.7 km
2h 39m
₹3,600–4,400
Bus via Puducherry
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Puducherry - Chennai
4h 38m
₹482–1,495

Puducherry to Pulhal by bus

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Distance: 160.4 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

SETC operates a bus from Kottakupam Bypass to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmore twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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