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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Egattur is to bus which costs ₹240 - ₹1,800 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Egattur is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Egattur?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Egattur. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Avadi via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Egattur?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Egattur. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Egattur Halt via Chennai Egmore and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Egattur?

The distance between Puducherry and Egattur is 198 km. The road distance is 156.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Egattur without a car is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs ₹240 - ₹1,800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Puducherry to Egattur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Egattur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Egattur train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Egattur?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Egattur is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs ₹240 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can train via Chennai, which costs ₹390 - ₹3,200 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Puducherry to Egattur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Egattur train arrive?

Puducherry to Egattur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Egattur?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Egattur is 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Puducherry to Egattur.

Where can I stay near Egattur?

There are 19+ hotels available in Egattur.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
5h 18m
₹240–1,727
Train via Chennai
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmoretrain 16116 / ...
2. Take the train from M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal to Egattur Halttrain 43403 / ...
5h 45m
₹399–3,164
Drive 156.4 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Egatturcar 156.4 km
2h 41m
₹1,530–2,210
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Egatturtaxi 156.4 km
2h 41m
₹3,500–4,200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the train from M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal to Egattur Halttrain 43403 / ...
5h 22m
₹488–1,790
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Arakkonamtrain 16112 / ...
5h 54m
₹294–2,301

Puducherry to Egattur by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 197.9 km
Duration: 5h 18m

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

SETC operates a bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand hourly. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pondicherry to Egattur Halt via Chennai Egmore, Chennai Park, and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal in around 5h 45m.

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