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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Cherthala is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹4,000 and takes 15h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Cherthala is to drive which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Cherthala?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Cherthala. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry Bus Stand and arriving at Cherthala via Vytilla Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Cherthala?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Cherthala. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Cherthala via Vridhachalam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 45m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Cherthala?

The distance between Puducherry and Cherthala is 588 km. The road distance is 582.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Cherthala without a car is to bus which takes 11h 11m and costs ₹750 - ₹4,300.

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

It takes approximately 11h 11m to get from Puducherry to Cherthala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Cherthala bus from?

Puducherry to Cherthala bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Pondicherry Bus Stand station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Cherthala train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Puducherry to Cherthala?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Cherthala is to bus which takes 11h 11m and costs ₹750 - ₹4,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹500 - ₹4,000 and takes 15h 45m, you could also fly, which costs ₹9,000 - ₹21,000 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Puducherry to Cherthala bus arrive?

Puducherry to Cherthala bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Ernakulam station.

Where does the Puducherry to Cherthala train arrive?

Puducherry to Cherthala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Vridhachalam Jn station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Cherthala?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Cherthala is 582 km. It takes approximately 8h 20m to drive from Puducherry to Cherthala.

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

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Where can I stay near Cherthala?

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Puducherry to Cherthala - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Bus Stand to Ernakulambus
11h 11m
₹796–4,243
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Vridhachalam Jntrain 16857 / ...
2. Take the train from Vridhachalam Jn to Cherthalatrain 16127
15h 45m
₹521–3,977
Drive 582.5 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Cherthalacar 582.5 km
8h 20m
₹6,535–9,440
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Cherthalataxi 582.5 km
8h 20m
₹11,000–14,000
Fly Pondicherry to Cochin International Airport
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane PNY - COK
9h 9m
₹9,467–20,368
Bus via Coimbatore
1. Take the bus from Jipmer to Gandhipurambus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Cherthalabus
11h 58m
₹940–3,490
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
9h 12m
₹5,388–10,887
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Cherthalabus
9h 2m
₹6,163–11,327
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Trivandrum, bus
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the bus from Kazhakkottam to Chertalabus
9h 44m
₹7,593–14,197

Puducherry to Cherthala by train

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15h 45mAverage Duration

₹521Cheapest Price

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Distance: 588.5 km
Duration: 11h 11m

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

Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Pondicherry Bus Stand to Ernakulam once daily. Tickets cost ₹750–2,400 and the journey takes 9h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pondicherry to Cherthala via Vridhachalam Jn in around 15h 45m.

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