What is the cheapest way to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam?

The cheapest way to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹340 - ₹1,000 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam?

The fastest way to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Auroville and Kumbakonam?

No, there is no direct bus from Auroville to Kumbakonam. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Kumbakonam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Auroville and Kumbakonam?

No, there is no direct train from Auroville to Kumbakonam. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Kumbakonam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Auroville to Kumbakonam?

The distance between Auroville and Kumbakonam is 142 km. The road distance is 139.8 km.

How do I travel from Auroville to Kumbakonam without a car?

The best way to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,700.

How long does it take to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auroville to Kumbakonam bus from?

Auroville to Kumbakonam bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Puducherry station.

Where do I catch the Auroville to Kumbakonam train from?

Auroville to Kumbakonam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pondicherry station.

Train or bus from Auroville to Kumbakonam?

The best way to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹400 - ₹1,700 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Auroville to Kumbakonam bus arrive?

Auroville to Kumbakonam bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Kumbakonam station.

Where does the Auroville to Kumbakonam train arrive?

Auroville to Kumbakonam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kumbakonam station.

Can I drive from Auroville to Kumbakonam?

Yes, the driving distance between Auroville to Kumbakonam is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Auroville to Kumbakonam.

Where can I stay near Kumbakonam?

There are 87+ hotels available in Kumbakonam.

Auroville to Kumbakonam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Auroville to Kumbakonam by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Kumbakonambus Puducherry - Kumbakonam
3h 57m
₹651–1,685
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Kumbakonambus
4h 51m
₹344–977
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Kumbakonamtrain 16861
4h 1m
₹404–1,677
Drive 139.8 km
1. Drive from Auroville to Kumbakonamcar 139.8 km
2h 25m
₹1,577–2,278
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Auroville to Kumbakonamtaxi 139.8 km
2h 25m
₹2,200–2,700

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Distance: 142.2 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Auroville, India and Kumbakonam, India?

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Kumbakonam once daily. Tickets cost ₹408–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Kumbakonam once a week. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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