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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Kottarakkara is to bus via Madurai which costs ₹500 - ₹1,200 and takes 17h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Kottarakkara is to bus which takes 7h 16m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,900.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Kottarakkara?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Kottarakkara. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry Bus stand and arriving at Kottarakara via Tindivanam Bypass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Kottarakkara?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Kottarakkara. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Kottarakara via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Kottarakkara?

The distance between Puducherry and Kottarakkara is 598 km. The road distance is 563 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Kottarakkara without a car is to bus which takes 7h 16m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Puducherry to Kottarakkara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Kottarakkara bus from?

Puducherry to Kottarakkara bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Pondicherry Bus stand station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Kottarakkara train from?

Puducherry to Kottarakkara train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Villupuram Jn station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Kottarakkara?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Kottarakkara is to bus which takes 7h 16m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹500 - ₹3,600 and takes 12h 32m.

Where does the Puducherry to Kottarakkara bus arrive?

Puducherry to Kottarakkara bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Tindivanam Bypass station.

Where does the Puducherry to Kottarakkara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Kottarakkara?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Kottarakkara is 563 km. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Puducherry to Kottarakkara.

Where can I stay near Kottarakkara?

There are 733+ hotels available in Kottarakkara.

Puducherry to Kottarakkara - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Puducherry to Kottarakkara by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Bus stand to Tindivanam Bypassbus
2. Take the bus from Tindivanam Bypass to Kottarakarabus
7h 16m
₹1,053–2,848
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Kottarakaratrain 16101
12h 32m
₹530–3,546
Drive 563 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Kottarakkaracar 563 km
8h 45m
₹6,331–9,145
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Kottarakkarataxi 563 km
8h 45m
₹9,000–11,000
Fly from Pondicherry, bus
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane PNY - TRV
2. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottarakarabus
10h 2m
₹11,358–20,578
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Mattuthavanibus
2. Take the bus from Madurai Mattuthavani to Kottakkarabus
17h 45m
₹535–1,176
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Tambaramtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottarakarabus
9h 9m
₹5,976–12,756

Puducherry to Kottarakkara by bus

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17h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 598.1 km
Duration: 7h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Pondicherry Bus stand to Kottarakara via Tindivanam Bypass in around 7h 16m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Villupuram Jn to Kottarakara once daily. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 10h 55m.

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