What is the cheapest way to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry?

The cheapest way to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹350 - ₹2,700 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry?

The fastest way to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs ₹3,700 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Meenakshi Temple and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Periyar Bus Stand and arriving at Pondicherry via Madurai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Meenakshi Temple and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Pondicherry via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry?

The distance between Meenakshi Temple and Puducherry is 348 km. The road distance is 327.8 km.

How do I travel from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry without a car?

The best way to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,100.

How long does it take to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry?

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry bus from?

Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry train from?

Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Madurai Jn station.

Train, bus or fly from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹350 - ₹2,700 and takes 6h 43m, you could also fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹30,000 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry train arrive?

Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Villupuram Jn station.

Can I drive from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry is 328 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

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Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Pondicherrybus
6h 26m
₹1,151–3,094
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Villupuram Jntrain 12636 / ...
6h 43m
₹350–2,691
Drive 327.8 km
1. Drive from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherrycar 327.8 km
5h 1m
₹3,696–5,338
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Meenakshi Temple to Puducherrytaxi 327.8 km
5h 1m
₹4,400–5,500
Fly
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane IXM - PNY
5h 46m
₹10,559–29,666
Bus via Thanjavur
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Thanjavur to Puducherrybus Thanjavur - Puducherry
8h 7m

Meenakshi Temple to Puducherry by foot and train

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6h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 347.9 km
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Meenakshi Temple, India and Puducherry, India?

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Pondicherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹800–2,200 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Villupuram Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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