What is the cheapest way to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry?

The cheapest way to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹2,000 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry?

The fastest way to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,800.

Is there a direct bus between Anaikarai and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Anaikarai to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Kumbakonam and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Anaikarai and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Anaikarai to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Mayiladuturai J and arriving at Pondicherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Anaikarai to Puducherry?

The distance between Anaikarai and Puducherry is 155 km. The road distance is 107.3 km.

How do I travel from Anaikarai to Puducherry without a car?

The best way to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ₹850 - ₹1,400.

How long does it take to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anaikarai to Puducherry bus from?

Anaikarai to Puducherry bus services, operated by Sooriyan Travels, depart from Kumbakonam station.

Where do I catch the Anaikarai to Puducherry train from?

Anaikarai to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Mayiladuturai J station.

Train or bus from Anaikarai to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ₹850 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹2,000 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Anaikarai to Puducherry bus arrive?

Anaikarai to Puducherry bus services, operated by Sooriyan Travels, arrive at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue station.

Where does the Anaikarai to Puducherry train arrive?

Anaikarai to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Can I drive from Anaikarai to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Anaikarai to Puducherry is 107 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Anaikarai to Puducherry.

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Anaikarai to Puducherry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Anaikarai to Puducherry by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
3h 7m
₹850–1,379
Train
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1. Take the train from Mayiladuturai J to Pondicherrytrain 16862
4h 41m
₹708–1,948
Drive 107.3 km
1. Drive from Anaikarai to Puducherrycar 107.3 km
1h 51m
₹1,205–1,740
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Anaikarai to Puducherrytaxi 107.3 km
1h 51m
₹1,700–2,100

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Distance: 154.7 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Anaikarai, India and Puducherry, India?

Sooriyan Travels operates a bus from Kumbakonam to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 45m. 15 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Mayiladuturai J to Pondicherry once a week. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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