What is the cheapest way to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry?

The cheapest way to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry is to bus which costs ₹120 - ₹700 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry?

The fastest way to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between CMBT Station and Puducherry?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Koyembedu and arriving at Pondicherry. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between CMBT Station and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from CMBT Station to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Cmbt and arriving at Pondicherry via Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from CMBT Station to Puducherry?

The distance between CMBT Station and Puducherry is 171 km. The road distance is 154.4 km.

How do I travel from CMBT Station to Puducherry without a car?

The best way to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry without a car is to bus via Koyembedu which takes 2h 56m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,100.

How long does it take to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry?

The bus from Koyembedu to Pondicherry takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the CMBT Station to Puducherry bus from?

CMBT Station to Puducherry bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Koyembedu station.

Where do I catch the CMBT Station to Puducherry train from?

CMBT Station to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from CMBT Station to Puducherry?

The best way to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry is to bus via Koyembedu which takes 2h 56m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the CMBT Station to Puducherry bus arrive?

CMBT Station to Puducherry bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Where does the CMBT Station to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from CMBT Station to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between CMBT Station to Puducherry is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from CMBT Station to Puducherry.

How do I get a bus ticket from CMBT Station to Puducherry?

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CMBT Station to Puducherry - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from CMBT Station to Puducherry by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Koyembedu
best
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu to Pondicherrybus
2h 56m
₹600–2,100
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand to Puducherrybus
4h
₹120–700
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Pondicherrytrain 16115 / ...
5h 23m
₹198–1,440
Drive 154.4 km
1. Drive from CMBT Station to Puducherrycar 154.4 km
2h 27m
₹1,719–2,483
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from CMBT Station to Puducherrytaxi 154.4 km
2h 27m
₹3,500–4,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Puducherrybus Chennai - Puducherry
3h 36m
₹420–1,400
Bus via Central station
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
4h 20m
₹380–1,550

CMBT Station to Puducherry by foot and bus

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Distance: 170.9 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between CMBT Station, India and Puducherry, India?

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Koyembedu to Pondicherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹600–2,100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Pondicherry twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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