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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Kollimalai is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹900 - ₹1,700 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Kollimalai is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ₹950 - ₹1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Kollimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Kollimalai. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Kollimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Kollimalai. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Kollimalai?

The distance between Puducherry and Kollimalai is 89 km. The road distance is 87.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Kollimalai without a car is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Puducherry to Kollimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Kollimalai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Kollimalai train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Kollimalai?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Kollimalai is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,300 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Puducherry to Kollimalai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Kollimalai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Kollimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Kollimalai is 87 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Puducherry to Kollimalai.

Where can I stay near Kollimalai?

There are 77+ hotels available in Kollimalai.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
2h 13m
₹1,191–2,365
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
2h 38m
₹904–1,630
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chidambaramtrain 16861
2h 45m
₹1,002–2,261
Drive 87.4 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Kollimalaicar 87.4 km
1h 36m
₹982–1,419
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Kollimalaitaxi 87.4 km
1h 36m
₹1,700–2,100

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Distance: 88.6 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹345–1,400 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chidambaram once a week. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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