What is the cheapest way to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry?

The cheapest way to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry is to bus which costs ₹120 - ₹850 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry?

The fastest way to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Ashok Pillar and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ashok Pillar and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Ashok Nagar and arriving at Pondicherry via Trisulam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry?

The distance between Ashok Pillar and Puducherry is 168 km. The road distance is 145.2 km.

How do I travel from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry without a car?

The best way to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry without a car is to bus via Chennai Central which takes 4h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashok Pillar to Puducherry bus from?

Ashok Pillar to Puducherry bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Ashok Pillar to Puducherry train from?

Ashok Pillar to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Trisulam station.

Train or bus from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry is to bus via Chennai Central which takes 4h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Ashok Pillar to Puducherry bus arrive?

Ashok Pillar to Puducherry bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue station.

Where does the Ashok Pillar to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashok Pillar to Puducherry is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1180+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Ashok Pillar to Puducherry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashok Pillar to Puducherry by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Chennai Central
best
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
4h 40m
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand to Puducherrybus
5h 12m
₹127–815
Train
1. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain 16115
5h 15m
₹196–1,433
Drive 145.2 km
1. Drive from Ashok Pillar to Puducherrycar 145.2 km
2h 26m
₹1,628–2,352
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashok Pillar to Puducherrytaxi 145.2 km
2h 26m
₹3,300–4,000

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Distance: 167.9 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Ashok Pillar, India and Puducherry, India?

SLGT Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 3h 50m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Trisulam to Pondicherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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