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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Auroville is to train which costs ₹410 - ₹1,700 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Auroville is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Auroville?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Perambur and arriving at Pondicherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Chennai to Auroville?

The distance between Chennai and Auroville is 156 km. The road distance is 148.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Auroville without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 42m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Chennai to Auroville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Auroville bus from?

Chennai to Auroville bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Auroville train from?

Chennai to Auroville train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Perambur station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Auroville?

The best way to get from Chennai to Auroville is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹1,700 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Chennai to Auroville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Auroville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Auroville?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Auroville is 148 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Chennai to Auroville.

Where can I stay near Auroville?

There are 1193+ hotels available in Auroville.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Auroville?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) and arriving at Puducherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Tindivanamtrain 06025 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Tindivanam to Aurovilletaxi
2h 42m
₹651–1,807
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Pondicherrytrain 17652
5h 6m
₹412–1,665
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Puducherrybus Chennai - Puducherry
3h 54m
₹662–1,655
Drive 148.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Aurovillecar 148.2 km
2h 29m
₹1,672–2,415
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Aurovilletaxi 148.2 km
2h 29m
₹3,400–4,200

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Distance: 155.6 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Puducherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹303–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 33m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Pondicherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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