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

The cheapest way to get from Papanasam to Puducherry is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹120 - ₹1,300 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Papanasam to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Papanasam and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Papanasam to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Papanasam and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Kumbakonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Papanasam and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Papanasam to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Papanasam and arriving at Pondicherry via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Papanasam to Puducherry?

The distance between Papanasam and Puducherry is 148 km. The road distance is 143.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Papanasam to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Papanasam to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Papanasam to Puducherry bus from?

Papanasam to Puducherry bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Papanasam station.

Where do I catch the Papanasam to Puducherry train from?

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

Train or bus from Papanasam to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Papanasam to Puducherry is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Papanasam to Puducherry bus arrive?

Papanasam to Puducherry bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Kumbakonam station.

Where does the Papanasam to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Papanasam to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Papanasam to Puducherry is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Papanasam to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Puducherry.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Papanasam to Puducherry by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Papanasam to Kumbakonambus 851Ud
2. Take the bus from Kumbakonam to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
4h 34m
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Papanasam to Kumbakonambus 851Ud
2. Take the bus from Kumbakonam to Puducherrybus
6h 38m
₹123–1,297
Train
1. Take the train from Papanasam to Villupuram Jntrain 06018 / ...
5h 16m
₹289–2,235
Drive 143.1 km
1. Drive from Papanasam to Puducherrycar 143.1 km
2h 24m
₹1,598–2,308
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Papanasam to Puducherrytaxi 143.1 km
2h 24m
₹2,300–2,800
Train via Mayiladuthurai
1. Take the train from Papanasam to Mayiladuturai Jtrain 06018 / ...
2. Take the train from Mayiladuturai J to Pondicherrytrain 16862
6h 35m
₹283–2,248

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Distance: 147.6 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Papanasam to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Kumbakonam and Kumbakonam in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Papanasam to Villupuram Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 26m.

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