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

The cheapest way to get from Potheri to Puducherry is to bus which costs ₹340 - ₹2,100 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potheri to Puducherry is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹1,900.

Is there a direct bus between Potheri and Puducherry?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from SRM University and arriving at Pondicherry. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Potheri and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Potheri to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Potheri Halt and arriving at Pondicherry via Chengalpattu and Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Potheri to Puducherry?

The distance between Potheri and Puducherry is 131 km. The road distance is 116.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Potheri to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,100.

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

The bus from SRM University to Pondicherry takes 2h 7m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Potheri to Puducherry bus from?

Potheri to Puducherry bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from SRM University station.

Where do I catch the Potheri to Puducherry train from?

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

Train or bus from Potheri to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Potheri to Puducherry is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can train and line 06799 train, which costs ₹370 - ₹3,100 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Potheri to Puducherry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potheri to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potheri to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Potheri to Puducherry is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Potheri to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1225+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Potheri to Puducherry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 06799 train

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There are 4 ways to get from Potheri to Puducherry by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from SRM University to Pondicherrybus
2h 7m
₹340–2,100
Train, line 06799 train
1. Take the train from Chengalpattu to Villupuram Jntrain 12635 / ...
2. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Pondicherrytrain 06799 / ...
3h 40m
₹372–3,017
Drive 116.3 km
1. Drive from Potheri to Puducherrycar 116.3 km
1h 53m
₹1,309–1,890
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Potheri to Puducherrytaxi 116.3 km
1h 53m
₹2,000–2,500

Potheri to Puducherry by train

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Distance: 131.5 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from SRM University to Pondicherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹550–2,000 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Jayavin Travels also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Potheri Halt to Pondicherry via Chengalpattu and Villupuram Jn in around 3h 40m.

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