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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Chalakudy is to train and bus which costs ₹400 - ₹2,300 and takes 13h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Chalakudy is to drive which takes 7h 13m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Chalakudy?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Chalakudy. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Chalakudy via Villupuram and Salem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Chalakudy?

The distance between Puducherry and Chalakudy is 514 km. The road distance is 507.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Chalakudy without a car is to bus via Salem which takes 7h 59m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹4,400.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Puducherry to Chalakudy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Chalakudy bus from?

Puducherry to Chalakudy bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Pondicherry station.

Bus or fly from Puducherry to Chalakudy?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Chalakudy is to bus via Salem which takes 7h 59m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹4,400. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹9,000 - ₹25,000 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Puducherry to Chalakudy bus arrive?

Puducherry to Chalakudy bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Villupuram station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Chalakudy?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Chalakudy is 508 km. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Puducherry to Chalakudy.

Where can I stay near Chalakudy?

There are 350+ hotels available in Chalakudy.

Puducherry to Chalakudy - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Puducherry to Chalakudy by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus via Salem
best
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Villupurambus
2. Take the bus from Villupuram to Salembus
3. Take the bus from Salem to Chalakudybus
7h 59m
₹1,400–4,392
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Palakkadtrain 16855 / ...
2. Take the bus from Palakkad to Chalakuddybus
13h 2m
₹401–2,255
Drive 507.7 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Chalakudycar 507.7 km
7h 13m
₹5,727–8,272
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Chalakudytaxi 507.7 km
7h 13m
₹8,000–10,000
Fly from Pondicherry
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane PNY - COK
7h 56m
₹9,342–24,258
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Bus Stand to Aluvabus
9h 58m
₹786–4,176
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Tambaramtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
8h 8m
₹5,960–12,936

Puducherry to Chalakudy by train, foot, and bus

2Weekly Services

13h 2mAverage Duration

₹401Cheapest Price

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Distance: 514.1 km
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Pondicherry to Chalakudy via Villupuram, Villupuram, and Salem in around 7h 59m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines flies from Pondicherry (PNY) to Cochin International Airport (COK) twice daily.

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