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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Vazhapadi is to train which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Vazhapadi is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs ₹2,000 - ₹2,900.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Vazhapadi?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Vazhapadi. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Valappadi G Hlt via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Vazhapadi?

The distance between Puducherry and Vazhapadi is 199 km. The road distance is 188.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Vazhapadi without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Puducherry to Vazhapadi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Vazhapadi train from?

Puducherry to Vazhapadi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Villupuram Jn station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Vazhapadi?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Vazhapadi is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹4,200 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Puducherry to Vazhapadi train arrive?

Puducherry to Vazhapadi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Valappadi G Hlt station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Vazhapadi?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Vazhapadi is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Puducherry to Vazhapadi.

Puducherry to Vazhapadi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Puducherry to Vazhapadi by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Valappadi G Hlttrain 22153
4h 24m
₹280–2,226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Villupurambus
2. Take the bus from Villupuram to Atturbus
5h 12m
₹1,517–4,107
Drive 188.5 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Vazhapadicar 188.5 km
2h 57m
₹2,006–2,898
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Vazhapaditaxi 188.5 km
2h 57m
₹3,900–4,700
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
5h 52m
₹4,923–13,217

Puducherry to Vazhapadi by train

7Weekly Trains

4h 24mAverage Duration

₹280Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Puducherry to Vazhapadi.

Launch map view

Distance: 198.7 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Villupuram Jn to Valappadi G Hlt once daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pondicherry to Vazhapadi via Villupuram, Villupuram, and Attur in around 5h 12m.

Airlines