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

The cheapest way to get from Chidambaram to Auroville is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹280 - ₹950 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chidambaram to Auroville is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs ₹800 - ₹1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Chidambaram and Auroville?

No, there is no direct bus from Chidambaram to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Chidambaram and arriving at Puducherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Chidambaram and Auroville?

No, there is no direct train from Chidambaram to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Chidambaram and arriving at Pondicherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Chidambaram to Auroville?

The distance between Chidambaram and Auroville is 79 km. The road distance is 75 km.

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

The best way to get from Chidambaram to Auroville without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 50m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Chidambaram to Auroville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chidambaram to Auroville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chidambaram to Auroville train from?

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

Train or bus from Chidambaram to Auroville?

The best way to get from Chidambaram to Auroville is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹1,500 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Chidambaram to Auroville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chidambaram to Auroville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chidambaram to Auroville?

Yes, the driving distance between Chidambaram to Auroville is 75 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Chidambaram to Auroville.

Where can I stay near Auroville?

There are 1196+ hotels available in Auroville.

Chidambaram to Auroville - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chidambaram to Auroville by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chidambaram to Tiruppadirippuliyurtrain 06690 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Aurovilletaxi
1h 50m
₹622–1,590
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chidambaram to Puducherrybus
2h 21m
₹284–910
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chidambaram to Puducherrybus Chidambaram - Puducherry
1h 56m
₹631–1,655
Drive 75 km
1. Drive from Chidambaram to Aurovillecar 75 km
1h 21m
₹845–1,220
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chidambaram to Aurovilletaxi 75 km
1h 21m
₹1,500–1,900
Train
1. Take the train from Chidambaram to Pondicherrytrain 16862
3h 46m
₹382–1,441

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Distance: 78.5 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Chidambaram to Puducherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹390–1,400 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chidambaram to Pondicherry once a week. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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