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

The cheapest way to get from Mumbai to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 33h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mumbai to Puducherry is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Mumbai and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Mumbai to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Dadar Chitra Cinema and arriving at Puducherry via Bangalore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Mumbai and Puducherry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dadar and arriving at Pondicherry. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 33h 45m.

How far is it from Mumbai to Puducherry?

The distance between Mumbai and Puducherry is 1053 km. The road distance is 1244.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mumbai to Puducherry without a car is to train via Villupuram which takes 27h 35m and costs ₹700 - ₹6,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Mumbai to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mumbai to Puducherry bus from?

Mumbai to Puducherry bus services, operated by KSRTC, depart from Dadar Chitra Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Mumbai to Puducherry train from?

Mumbai to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thane station.

Train, bus or fly from Mumbai to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Mumbai to Puducherry is to train via Villupuram which takes 27h 35m and costs ₹700 - ₹6,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Bengaluru, which costs ₹1,900 - ₹4,100 and takes 28h 20m, you could also fly, which costs ₹8,000 - ₹16,000 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Mumbai to Puducherry bus arrive?

Mumbai to Puducherry bus services, operated by KSRTC, arrive at Bengaluru Kempegowda station.

Where does the Mumbai to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mumbai to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Mumbai to Puducherry is 1245 km. It takes approximately 18h 28m to drive from Mumbai to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1198+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Mumbai to Puducherry - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Mumbai to Puducherry by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Rajahmundry Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Rajahmundry Airport (RJA)plane BOM - RJA
2. Take the taxi from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Yanamtaxi
4h 31m
₹7,216–15,782
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dadar to Pondicherrytrain 11005
33h 45m
₹700–5,500
Train via Villupuram
1. Take the train from Thane to Villupuram Jntrain 16351 / ...
27h 35m
₹729–5,632
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Dadar Chitra Cinema to Bengaluru Kempegowdabus
2. Take the bus from Bangalore to Puducherrybus Bangalore - Puducherry
28h 20m
₹1,971–4,074
Drive 1,244.6 km
1. Drive from Mumbai to Puducherrycar 1,244.6 km
18h 28m
₹14,031–20,267
Fly to Kannur International Airport
1. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane BOM - CNN
3h 37m
₹8,416–15,482
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane BOM - CCJ
2. Take the train from Kozhikkode to Mahetrain
5h 58m
₹6,886–14,232
Fly to Bajpe Airport, train
1. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane BOM - IXE
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Mahetrain
6h 43m
₹6,516–10,992
Fly to Vijayawada Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)plane BOM - VGA
2. Take the bus from Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh to Yanam, Andhra Pradeshbus
8h 58m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mumbai, Maharashtra to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Mumbai, Maharashtra - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand to Puducherrybus
37h 57m

Mumbai to Puducherry by train

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27h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,053.3 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thane to Villupuram Jn 4 times a week. Tickets cost ₹600–4,600 and the journey takes 24h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dadar Chitra Cinema to Puducherry via Bengaluru Kempegowda and Bangalore in around 28h 20m.

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