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

The cheapest way to get from Ottapalam to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,100 and takes 12h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottapalam to Puducherry is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹26,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ottapalam and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottapalam to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Palakkad and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ottapalam and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Ottapalam to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Ottappalam and arriving at Pondicherry via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

How far is it from Ottapalam to Puducherry?

The distance between Ottapalam and Puducherry is 456 km. The road distance is 451 km.

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

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 8h 28m and costs ₹850 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Ottapalam to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Puducherry bus from?

Ottapalam to Puducherry bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Palakkad station.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Puducherry train from?

Ottapalam to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Palakkad station.

Train or bus from Ottapalam to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Puducherry is to bus which takes 8h 28m and costs ₹850 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,100 and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Ottapalam to Puducherry bus arrive?

Ottapalam to Puducherry bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue station.

Where does the Ottapalam to Puducherry train arrive?

Ottapalam to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Can I drive from Ottapalam to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottapalam to Puducherry is 451 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Ottapalam to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Ottapalam to Puducherry - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Ottapalam to Puducherry by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palakkad to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
8h 28m
₹868–2,940
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palakkad to Pondicherrytrain 16856 / ...
12h 38m
₹388–3,010
Drive 451 km
1. Drive from Ottapalam to Puducherrycar 451 km
6h 49m
₹5,060–7,309
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Puducherrytaxi 451 km
6h 49m
₹9,500–12,000
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly to Pondicherry
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane COK - PNY
5h 20m
₹12,029–25,993
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Tiruppurtrain 16188 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tiruppur to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
9h 25m
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly to Pondicherry
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Parpanangaditrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane CCJ - PNY
11h 29m
₹11,984–22,076
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
7h 28m
₹7,449–13,593
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
8h 55m
₹5,648–13,869

Ottapalam to Puducherry by train

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12h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 456 km
Duration: 8h 28m

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

SBM Traansport operates a bus from Palakkad to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue every 2 hours, and the journey takes 7h 30m. Seven other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Palakkad to Pondicherry twice a week. Tickets cost ₹270–2,100 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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