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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Chennimalai is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹3,200 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Chennimalai is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs ₹3,300 - ₹4,800.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Chennimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Chennimalai. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Chennimalai via Villupuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Chennimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Chennimalai. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Erode Jn via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Chennimalai?

The distance between Puducherry and Chennimalai is 316 km. The road distance is 295.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Chennimalai without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Puducherry to Chennimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Chennimalai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Chennimalai train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Chennimalai?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Chennimalai is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹900 - ₹3,300 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Puducherry to Chennimalai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Chennimalai train arrive?

Puducherry to Chennimalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Jn station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Chennimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Chennimalai is 296 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Puducherry to Chennimalai.

Where can I stay near Chennimalai?

There are 28+ hotels available in Chennimalai.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Salem Jntrain 16574 / ...
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Erode Jntrain 16232 / ...
6h 18m
₹812–3,111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Villupurambus
2. Take the bus from Villupuram to Chennimalaibus
6h 49m
₹930–3,302
Drive 295.5 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Chennimalaicar 295.5 km
4h 42m
₹3,323–4,799
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Chennimalaitaxi 295.5 km
4h 42m
₹5,000–6,000

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Distance: 316 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a train from Pondicherry to Chennimalai via Salem Jn and Erode Jn in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pondicherry to Chennimalai via Villupuram in around 6h 49m.

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