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

The cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar is to bus via Tambaram which costs ₹440 - ₹950 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,900.

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 and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Kolathur via FlixBus Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

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 Nagappattinam, Tambaram and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Velankanni to Poompuhar?

The distance between Velankanni and Poompuhar is 336 km. The road distance is 316.7 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 bus which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m 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 SETC, depart from Velankanni station.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Poompuhar train from?

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

Train or bus from Velankanni to Poompuhar?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹550 - ₹4,300 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Velankanni to Poompuhar bus arrive?

Velankanni to Poompuhar bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chennai Kalainagar CBT 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 317 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Velankanni to Poompuhar.

Where can I stay near Poompuhar?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Poompuhar.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nagore to Guindy Industrial Estatebus
4h 37m
₹904–2,892
Bus via Tambaram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Velankanni to Chennai Kalainagar CBTbus
10h 10m
₹447–936
Train
1. Take the train from Nagappattinam to Tambaramtrain 16176 / ...
8h 38m
₹550–4,300
Drive 316.7 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Poompuharcar 316.7 km
4h 48m
₹3,512–5,072
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Poompuhartaxi 316.7 km
4h 48m
₹7,000–8,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Manjattidaltrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRZ - MAA
6h 42m
₹5,625–13,367

Velankanni to Poompuhar by train

8Weekly Trains

8h 38mAverage Duration

₹550Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Velankanni to Poompuhar.

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Distance: 335.8 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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

SETC operates a bus from Nagore to Guindy Industrial Estate hourly. Tickets cost ₹310–700 and the journey takes 3h 29m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Nagappattinam to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 8m.

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