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 53m 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 Bus stand and arriving at Chennai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

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 318.9 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 SLGT Travels, depart from Velankanni Bus stand 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 34m.

Where does the Velankanni to Poompuhar bus arrive?

Velankanni to Poompuhar bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Chennai 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 319 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Velankanni to Poompuhar.

Where can I stay near Poompuhar?

There are 1051+ hotels available in Poompuhar.

Velankanni to Poompuhar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Tambaramtrain 16176 / ...
7h 38m
₹445–3,457
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni Bus stand to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
8h 34m
Drive 318.9 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Poompuharcar 318.9 km
4h 53m
₹3,574–5,163
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Poompuhartaxi 318.9 km
4h 53m
₹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
₹6,297–10,196

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, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Velankanni Bus stand to Chennai hourly, and the journey takes 8h. Two other operators also service this route.

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