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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Chidambaram is to bus which costs ₹50 - ₹1,400 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Chidambaram?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puducherry and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Chidambaram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Chidambaram?

The distance between Puducherry and Chidambaram is 66 km. The road distance is 65.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Chidambaram without a car is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs ₹50 - ₹1,400.

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

The bus from Puducherry to Chidambaram takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Chidambaram bus from?

Puducherry to Chidambaram bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Puducherry station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Chidambaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Chidambaram is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs ₹50 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹150 - ₹1,200 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Puducherry to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Puducherry to Chidambaram bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Puducherry to Chidambaram train arrive?

Puducherry to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Chidambaram is 65 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Puducherry to Chidambaram.

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

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Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 67+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
1h 40m
₹50–1,400
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chidambaramtrain 16861
2h 16m
₹150–1,200
Drive 65.2 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Chidambaramcar 65.2 km
1h 13m
₹741–1,070
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Chidambaramtaxi 65.2 km
1h 13m
₹1,400–1,700

Puducherry to Chidambaram by bus

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Distance: 66.1 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹387–1,400 and the journey takes 1h 40m. SETC also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chidambaram once a week. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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