What is the cheapest way to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras?

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras is to bus which costs ₹370 - ₹1,100 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras?

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and IIT Madras?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to IIT Madras. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Anna University via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu Canara Bank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and IIT Madras?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to IIT Madras. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Little Mount via Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Puducherry to IIT Madras?

The distance between Puducherry and IIT Madras is 199 km. The road distance is 140.8 km.

How do I travel from Puducherry to IIT Madras without a car?

The best way to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs ₹460 - ₹1,700.

How long does it take to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to IIT Madras bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to IIT Madras train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to IIT Madras?

The best way to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs ₹460 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹370 - ₹1,100 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Puducherry to IIT Madras bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to IIT Madras train arrive?

Puducherry to IIT Madras train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Trisulam station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to IIT Madras?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to IIT Madras is 141 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Puducherry to IIT Madras.

Where can I stay near IIT Madras?

There are 1196+ hotels available in IIT Madras.

Puducherry to IIT Madras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Puducherry to IIT Madras by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain 16116
4h 7m
₹465–1,696
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
4h 18m
₹370–1,057
Drive 140.8 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to IIT Madrascar 140.8 km
2h 23m
₹1,573–2,273
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to IIT Madrastaxi 140.8 km
2h 23m
₹3,200–3,800
Bus via Puratchi Thalaivar Dr.M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
4h 53m

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Distance: 199.1 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Puducherry, India and IIT Madras, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Trisulam once daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand hourly. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 3h.

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