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

The cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar is to train which costs ₹440 - ₹3,500 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs ₹3,500 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Velankanni and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct bus from Velankanni to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Velankanni and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct train from Velankanni to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Vellankanni and arriving at Villivakkam via Tambaram and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Velankanni to Poompuhar?

The distance between Velankanni and Poompuhar is 357 km. The road distance is 317.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs ₹440 - ₹3,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Poompuhar bus from?

Velankanni to Poompuhar bus services, operated by Olive Travels Lines, depart from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Poompuhar train from?

Velankanni to Poompuhar train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vellankanni station.

Train or bus from Velankanni to Poompuhar?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs ₹440 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Velankanni to Poompuhar bus arrive?

Velankanni to Poompuhar bus services, operated by Olive Travels Lines, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Velankanni to Poompuhar train arrive?

Velankanni to Poompuhar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Velankanni to Poompuhar?

Yes, the driving distance between Velankanni to Poompuhar is 318 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Velankanni to Poompuhar.

Where can I stay near Poompuhar?

There are 1054+ hotels available in Poompuhar.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Tambaramtrain 16176 / ...
7h 38m
₹445–3,457
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Velankanni, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 15m
Drive 317.8 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Poompuharcar 317.8 km
4h 54m
₹3,544–5,120
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Poompuhartaxi 317.8 km
4h 54m
₹7,000–8,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRZ - MAA
6h 37m
₹6,297–9,696
Bus via Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 24m

Velankanni to Poompuhar by train

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Distance: 357 km
Duration: 7h 38m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Vellankanni to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 6h 18m. Alternatively, Olive Travels Lines operates a bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadu every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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