What is the cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Puducherry?

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Puducherry is to ferry and train which costs ₹800 - ₹6,500 and takes 34h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kolkata to Puducherry?

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Puducherry is to fly which takes 7h 22m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹22,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Kolkata and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 24m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Puducherry?

The distance between Kolkata and Puducherry is 1522 km. The road distance is 1778.4 km.

How do I travel from Kolkata to Puducherry without a car?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Puducherry without a car is to ferry and train which takes 34h 25m and costs ₹800 - ₹6,500.

How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Puducherry?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Kolkata to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Puducherry bus from?

Kolkata to Puducherry bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, depart from Kolkata station.

Bus or fly from Kolkata to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Puducherry is to fly which takes 7h 22m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹22,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹6,000 and takes 36h 24m.

Where does the Kolkata to Puducherry bus arrive?

Kolkata to Puducherry bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Can I drive from Kolkata to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Puducherry is 1778 km. It takes approximately 26h 22m to drive from Kolkata to Puducherry.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kolkata to Puducherry?

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Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Kolkata to Puducherry - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kolkata to Puducherry by plane, ferry, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Pondicherry
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane CCU - PNY
7h 22m
₹13,371–21,165
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Pondicherrytrain 12867
34h 25m
₹806–6,508
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
36h 24m
₹1,528–5,891
Drive 1,778.4 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Puducherrycar 1,778.4 km
26h 22m
₹19,863–28,691
Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCU - MAA
2. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
8h 35m
₹6,291–15,265
Fly to Salem, bus
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Salem (SXV)plane CCU - SXV
2. Take the bus from Salem to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus
11h 31m
₹8,801–26,405
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Howrah to Reniguntabus redbusIndia_A/C Seater/Sleeper / ...
2. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Pondicherrytrain 16111 / ...
40h 41m
₹1,350–9,140

Kolkata to Puducherry by bus

16Weekly Buses

36h 24mAverage Duration

₹1,528Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,522 km
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Kolkata, India and Puducherry, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Pondicherry (PNY) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kolkata to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Chennai in around 36h 24m.

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