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

The cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Potheri is to bus which costs ₹340 - ₹950 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velankanni to Potheri is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Velankanni and Potheri?

No, there is no direct bus from Velankanni to Potheri. However, there are services departing from Velankanni and arriving at SRM University via Chennai Kalainagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Velankanni to Potheri?

The distance between Velankanni and Potheri is 314 km. The road distance is 275 km.

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

The best way to get from Velankanni to Potheri without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Velankanni to Potheri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Potheri bus from?

Velankanni to Potheri bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Velankanni station.

Train or bus from Velankanni to Potheri?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Potheri is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹340 - ₹950 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Velankanni to Potheri bus arrive?

Velankanni to Potheri bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chennai Kalainagar CBT station.

Can I drive from Velankanni to Potheri?

Yes, the driving distance between Velankanni to Potheri is 275 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Velankanni to Potheri.

Where can I stay near Potheri?

There are 956+ hotels available in Potheri.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagappattinam to Chengalpattutrain 16176 / ...
6h 25m
₹593–2,923
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Velankanni to Chennai Kalainagar CBTbus
7h 57m
₹343–946
Drive 275 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Pothericar 275 km
4h 16m
₹2,970–4,290
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Potheritaxi 275 km
4h 16m
₹4,300–5,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Ponmlai Gld Rcktrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRZ - MAA
6h 28m
₹4,586–13,484

Velankanni to Potheri by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 57mAverage Duration

₹343Cheapest Price

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Distance: 314.5 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Nagappattinam to Chengalpattu once daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 38m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Velankanni to Chennai Kalainagar CBT once daily. Tickets cost ₹330–750 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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