What is the cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar?

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar is to bus which costs ₹120 - ₹750 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar?

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Anna Nagar?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Anna Nagar. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Arumbakkam Megamart via M.G.R. Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Anna Nagar?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Anna Nagar. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Anna Nagar East via Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Anna Nagar?

The distance between Puducherry and Anna Nagar is 157 km. The road distance is 151.5 km.

How do I travel from Puducherry to Anna Nagar without a car?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar without a car is to bus which takes 3h 12m and costs ₹120 - ₹750.

How long does it take to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Anna Nagar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Anna Nagar train from?

Puducherry to Anna Nagar train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pondicherry station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Anna Nagar?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Anna Nagar is to bus which takes 3h 12m and costs ₹120 - ₹750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹200 - ₹1,400 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Puducherry to Anna Nagar bus arrive?

Puducherry to Anna Nagar bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand station.

Where does the Puducherry to Anna Nagar train arrive?

Puducherry to Anna Nagar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Anna Nagar?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Anna Nagar is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Puducherry to Anna Nagar.

Where can I stay near Anna Nagar?

There are 1088+ hotels available in Anna Nagar.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
3h 12m
₹127–710
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmoretrain 16116 / ...
4h 13m
₹201–1,392
Drive 151.5 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Anna Nagarcar 151.5 km
2h 31m
₹1,720–2,484
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Anna Nagartaxi 151.5 km
2h 31m
₹3,400–4,100
Bus via Anna Nagar East
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Puducherry - Chennai
3h 14m
₹444–1,392

Puducherry to Anna Nagar by train and subway

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.1 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Puducherry, India and Anna Nagar, Tamil Nādu, India?

SETC operates a bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand hourly. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmore twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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