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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Arcot is to bus which costs ₹360 - ₹1,300 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Arcot is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,200.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Arcot?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Arcot. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at FlixBus Arcot - Bypass via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Arcot?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Arcot. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Vellore Cant via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Arcot?

The distance between Puducherry and Arcot is 214 km. The road distance is 135.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Arcot without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Puducherry to Arcot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Arcot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Arcot train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Arcot?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Arcot is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹360 - ₹1,300 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Puducherry to Arcot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Arcot train arrive?

Puducherry to Arcot train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Vellore Cant station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Arcot?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Arcot is 135 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Puducherry to Arcot.

How do I get a bus ticket from Puducherry to Arcot?

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Puducherry to Arcot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Puducherry to Arcot by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Vellore Canttrain 11006 / ...
3h 20m
₹926–2,242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Arcot - Bypassbus FlixBus IN4317 / ...
5h 45m
₹360–1,237
Drive 135.3 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Arcotcar 135.3 km
2h 11m
₹1,519–2,193
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Arcottaxi 135.3 km
2h 11m
₹3,400–4,100

Puducherry to Arcot by bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.6 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Vellore Cant 4 times a week. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Puducherry to FlixBus Arcot - Bypass via Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand and FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu in around 5h 45m.

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