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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Manipal is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹4,300 and takes 19h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Manipal is to fly and bus which takes 6h 35m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Manipal?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle via FlixBus Bengaluru - Electronic City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Manipal?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Udupi via Mangalore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 13m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Manipal?

The distance between Puducherry and Manipal is 619 km. The road distance is 693.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Manipal without a car is to train which takes 19h 13m and costs ₹650 - ₹4,300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Puducherry to Manipal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Manipal bus from?

Puducherry to Manipal bus services, operated by KSRTC, depart from Pondicherry station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Manipal train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Manipal?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Manipal is to train which takes 19h 13m and costs ₹650 - ₹4,300. Alternatively, you can bus via Hebbagodi, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,600 and takes 20h 8m.

Where does the Puducherry to Manipal bus arrive?

Puducherry to Manipal bus services, operated by KSRTC, arrive at Electronic city station.

Where does the Puducherry to Manipal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Manipal?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Manipal is 694 km. It takes approximately 10h 25m to drive from Puducherry to Manipal.

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

Book your Puducherry to Manipal bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manipal?

There are 326+ hotels available in Manipal.

Puducherry to Manipal - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Puducherry to Manipal by plane, bus, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Fly from Pondicherry, bus
best
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane PNY - IXE
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Kulai to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus
6h 35m
₹10,202–19,878
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Mangaloretrain 16855 / ...
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Udupitrain 10108 / ...
19h 13m
₹651–4,267
Bus via Hebbagodi
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Electronic citybus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Bengaluru - Electronic City to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus FlixBus IN4520
20h 8m
₹1,130–3,600
Drive 693.6 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Manipalcar 693.6 km
10h 25m
₹7,836–11,318
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane MAA - IXE
3. Take the bus from FlixBus Kulai to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus
8h 19m
₹6,623–12,897
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
2. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Manipal, Karnatakabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Manipal, Karnataka
20h 15m
₹1,330–2,837

Puducherry to Manipal by bus

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20h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 618.5 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Pondicherry to Manipal via Mangalore and Udupi in around 19h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pondicherry to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle via Electronic city and FlixBus Bengaluru - Electronic City in around 20h 8m.

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