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

The cheapest way to get from Vellore to Poompuhar is to bus which costs ₹160 - ₹370 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vellore to Poompuhar is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Vellore and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct bus from Vellore to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Tirupati and arriving at Ambedkar Nagar via Madhavaram Rountana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vellore and Poompuhar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vellore Cant and arriving at Villivakkam. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Vellore to Poompuhar?

The distance between Vellore and Poompuhar is 128 km. The road distance is 134 km.

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

The best way to get from Vellore to Poompuhar without a car is to train via Arakkonam which takes 2h 18m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Vellore to Poompuhar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vellore to Poompuhar bus from?

Vellore to Poompuhar bus services, operated by APSRTC, depart from Tirupati station.

Where do I catch the Vellore to Poompuhar train from?

Vellore to Poompuhar train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vellore Cant station.

Train or bus from Vellore to Poompuhar?

The best way to get from Vellore to Poompuhar is to train via Arakkonam which takes 2h 18m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹160 - ₹370 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Vellore to Poompuhar bus arrive?

Vellore to Poompuhar bus services, operated by APSRTC, arrive at Chennai Madhavaram station.

Where does the Vellore to Poompuhar train arrive?

Vellore to Poompuhar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Villivakkam station.

Can I drive from Vellore to Poompuhar?

Yes, the driving distance between Vellore to Poompuhar is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Vellore to Poompuhar.

Where can I stay near Poompuhar?

There are 909+ hotels available in Poompuhar.

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

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

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Train via Arakkonam
best
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Arakkonamtrain 12658 / ...
2. Take the train from Arakkonam to Villivakkamtrain 06034 / ...
2h 18m
₹584–2,406
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vellore Cant to Villivakkamtrain 06034
3h 9m
₹150–1,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tirupati to Chennai Madhavarambus
3h 30m
₹168–362
Drive 134 km
1. Drive from Vellore to Poompuharcar 134 km
1h 58m
₹1,428–2,062
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vellore to Poompuhartaxi 134 km
1h 58m
₹3,400–4,100

Vellore to Poompuhar by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 9mAverage Duration

₹150Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Vellore to Poompuhar.

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Distance: 128.2 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a vehicle from Vellore to Villivakkam via Katpadi Jn and Arakkonam in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, APSRTC operates a bus from Tirupati to Chennai Madhavaram every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹160–340 and the journey takes 3h.

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