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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Besant Nagar is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹1,400 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Besant Nagar is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Besant Nagar?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Besant Nagar. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Adyar Signal via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu and Madhya Kailash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Besant Nagar?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Besant Nagar. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Little Mount via Guindy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Besant Nagar?

The distance between Puducherry and Besant Nagar is 200 km. The road distance is 139.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Besant Nagar without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Puducherry to Besant Nagar, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Besant Nagar?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Besant Nagar is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹130 - ₹1,400 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Puducherry to Besant Nagar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Besant Nagar train arrive?

Puducherry to Besant Nagar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Guindy station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Besant Nagar?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Besant Nagar is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Puducherry to Besant Nagar.

Where can I stay near Besant Nagar?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Besant Nagar.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Guindytrain 06026
4h 30m
₹201–1,387
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
5h 17m
₹137–1,311
Drive 139.4 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Besant Nagarcar 139.4 km
2h 15m
₹1,568–2,265
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Besant Nagartaxi 139.4 km
2h 15m
₹3,100–3,800
Train via Villupuram
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Tambaramtrain 17643 / ...
4h 33m
₹406–3,078
Bus via Light House
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Puducherry - Chennai
2. Take the bus from M.G.R.Koyambedu to Light Housebus 12X
5h 40m
₹441–1,445

Puducherry to Besant Nagar by train, subway, and bus

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4h 30mAverage Duration

₹201Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.8 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Puducherry, India and Besant Nagar, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Guindy once daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 29m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand hourly. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 3h.

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