What is the cheapest way to get from Pune to Chidambaram?

The cheapest way to get from Pune to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹4,500 and takes 25h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pune to Chidambaram?

The fastest way to get from Pune to Chidambaram is to fly and train which takes 8h 45m and costs ₹4,900 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Pune and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Pune to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Swargate Pune and arriving at Chidambaram via Bangalore Shanti Nagar Bus Stand and Puducherry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Pune and Chidambaram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pune Jn and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 25h 5m.

How far is it from Pune to Chidambaram?

The distance between Pune and Chidambaram is 1057 km. The road distance is 1155.2 km.

How do I travel from Pune to Chidambaram without a car?

The best way to get from Pune to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 25h 5m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,500.

How long does it take to get from Pune to Chidambaram?

It takes approximately 10h 28m to get from Pune to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pune to Chidambaram bus from?

Pune to Chidambaram bus services, operated by KSRTC, depart from Swargate Pune station.

Where do I catch the Pune to Chidambaram train from?

Pune to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pune Jn station.

Train or bus from Pune to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Pune to Chidambaram is to train which takes 25h 5m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹2,200 - ₹4,000 and takes 25h 6m.

Where does the Pune to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Pune to Chidambaram bus services, operated by KSRTC, arrive at Shanthi Nagar B.S. station.

Where does the Pune to Chidambaram train arrive?

Pune to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Can I drive from Pune to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Pune to Chidambaram is 1155 km. It takes approximately 17h 30m to drive from Pune to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 46+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Pune to Chidambaram - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Pune to Chidambaram by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Pune Airport to Pondicherry, bus
best
1. Fly from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane PNQ - PNY
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
10h 28m
₹9,844–36,790
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pune Jn to Chidambaramtrain 09419 / ...
25h 5m
₹600–4,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swargate Pune to Shanthi Nagar B.S.bus
2. Take the bus from Bangalore Shanti Nagar Bus Stand to Pondicherrybus
3. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
25h 6m
₹2,226–3,944
Drive 1,155.2 km
1. Drive from Pune to Chidambaramcar 1,155.2 km
17h 30m
₹12,563–18,146
Fly Pune Airport to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane PNQ - MAA
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
8h 45m
₹4,899–12,380
Fly Pune Airport to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane PNQ - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain
9h 54m
₹7,029–18,760
Bus to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Swargate to Vileparlebus
2. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane BOM - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
11h 44m
₹5,409–11,560

Pune to Chidambaram by train

2Weekly Trains

25h 5mAverage Duration

₹600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,057 km
Duration: 10h 28m

What companies run services between Pune, India and Chidambaram, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Pune Jn to Chidambaram twice a week. Tickets cost ₹600–4,500 and the journey takes 25h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swargate Pune to Chidambaram via Shanthi Nagar B.S., Bangalore Shanti Nagar Bus Stand, Pondicherry, and Puducherry in around 25h 6m.

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