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

The cheapest way to get from Periyapalayam to Puducherry is to bus which costs ₹410 - ₹1,100 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Periyapalayam to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,600.

Is there a direct bus between Periyapalayam and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Periyapalayam to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Periapalayam Bus Stand and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Periyapalayam and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Periyapalayam to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Gummidipundi and arriving at Pondicherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Periyapalayam to Puducherry?

The distance between Periyapalayam and Puducherry is 204 km. The road distance is 179.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Periyapalayam to Puducherry without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 21m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹3,300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Periyapalayam to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Periyapalayam to Puducherry bus from?

Periyapalayam to Puducherry bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Periapalayam Bus Stand station.

Where do I catch the Periyapalayam to Puducherry train from?

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

Train or bus from Periyapalayam to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Periyapalayam to Puducherry is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹410 - ₹1,100 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Periyapalayam to Puducherry bus arrive?

Periyapalayam to Puducherry bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Mint Bus Terminal / Vallalar Nagar station.

Where does the Periyapalayam to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Periyapalayam to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Periyapalayam to Puducherry is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Periyapalayam to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

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Periyapalayam to Puducherry - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Periyapalayam to Puducherry by taxi, bus, train, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Periyapalayam to Maduravoyaltaxi
2. Take the bus from Maduravoyal to Pondicherrybus
3h 21m
₹1,579–3,257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Periapalayam Bus Stand to Mint Bus Terminal / Vallalar Nagarbus 57X
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
6h 22m
₹410–1,094
Train
1. Take the train from Gummidipundi to Pondicherrytrain 17655
5h 57m
₹710–2,115
Drive 179.4 km
1. Drive from Periyapalayam to Puducherrycar 179.4 km
2h 46m
₹1,744–2,519
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Periyapalayam to Puducherrytaxi 179.4 km
2h 46m
₹4,000–4,800

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Distance: 204.2 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Gummidipundi to Pondicherry 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Periapalayam Bus Stand to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Mint Bus Terminal / Vallalar Nagar, Washermenpet, Puratchi Thalaivar Dr.M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro, and Chennai in around 6h 22m.

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