What is the cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai?

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai is to train via Salem which costs ₹340 - ₹2,800 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai?

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai is to bus and fly which takes 4h 1m and costs ₹3,900 - ₹8,500.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Ponmalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Bengaluru to Ponmalai. However, there are services departing from Bengaluru and arriving at Tiruchirapalli via Namakkal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Ponmalai?

No, there is no direct train from Bengaluru to Ponmalai. However, there are services departing from Vidhana Souda and arriving at Manjattidal via Krishnarajapurm and Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Ponmalai?

The distance between Bengaluru and Ponmalai is 351 km. The road distance is 323.1 km.

How do I travel from Bengaluru to Ponmalai without a car?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai without a car is to bus via Nāmakkal which takes 7h 50m and costs ₹950 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Ponmalai bus from?

Bengaluru to Ponmalai bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Bengaluru station.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Ponmalai train from?

Bengaluru to Ponmalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Krishnarajapurm station.

Train or bus from Bengaluru to Ponmalai?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai is to bus via Nāmakkal which takes 7h 50m and costs ₹950 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹370 - ₹2,800 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Ponmalai bus arrive?

Bengaluru to Ponmalai bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Namakkal station.

Where does the Bengaluru to Ponmalai train arrive?

Bengaluru to Ponmalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tiruchchirapali station.

Can I drive from Bengaluru to Ponmalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to Ponmalai is 323 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Bengaluru to Ponmalai.

Where can I stay near Ponmalai?

There are 187+ hotels available in Ponmalai.

Bengaluru to Ponmalai - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Bengaluru to Ponmalai by bus, plane, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane BLR - TRZ
4h 1m
₹3,972–8,387
Train via Salem
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bangalore Cant to Salem Jntrain 16232 / ...
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Manjattidaltrain 16812
9h 46m
₹346–2,712
Bus via Nāmakkal
1. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Namakkalbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Namakkal to Tiruchirapallibus Namakkal - Tiruchirapalli
7h 50m
₹948–5,113
Train
1. Take the train from Krishnarajapurm to Tiruchchirapalitrain 20672 / ...
8h 8m
₹376–2,800
Drive 323.1 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to Ponmalaicar 323.1 km
4h 45m
₹3,143–4,540
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bengaluru to Ponmalaitaxi 323.1 km
4h 45m
₹7,500–9,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Tiruchirappallibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
8h 53m

Bengaluru to Ponmalai by bus and train

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7h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 351.3 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Bengaluru, India and Ponmalai, Tamil Nādu, India?

You can take a bus from Bengaluru to Manjattidal via Namakkal, Tiruchirapalli, and Ponmlai Gld Rck in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Krishnarajapurm to Tiruchchirapali once daily. Tickets cost ₹240–1,900 and the journey takes 5h 31m.

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