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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Mettūr is to train which costs ₹310 - ₹2,500 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Mettūr is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,400.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Mettūr?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Mettūr. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Mettur via Melmaruvathur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Mettūr?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Mettūr. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Metur Dam via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Mettūr?

The distance between Puducherry and Mettūr is 272 km. The road distance is 267 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Mettūr without a car is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Puducherry to Mettūr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Mettūr bus from?

Puducherry to Mettūr bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Pondicherry station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Mettūr train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Mettūr?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Mettūr is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹900 - ₹3,400 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Puducherry to Mettūr bus arrive?

Puducherry to Mettūr bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Melmaruvathur station.

Where does the Puducherry to Mettūr train arrive?

Puducherry to Mettūr train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Jn station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Mettūr?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Mettūr is 267 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Puducherry to Mettūr.

Where can I stay near Mettūr?

There are one+ hotels available in Mettūr.

Puducherry to Mettūr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Puducherry to Mettūr by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Salem Jntrain 16574 / ...
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Metur Damtrain 06407
6h 55m
₹312–2,411
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Melmaruvathurbus
2. Take the bus from Melmaruvathur to Metturbus
8h 27m
₹940–3,329
Drive 267 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Mettūrcar 267 km
4h 2m
₹3,012–4,351
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Mettūrtaxi 267 km
4h 2m
₹5,500–6,500

Puducherry to Mettūr by train

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6h 55mAverage Duration

₹312Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.9 km
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Pondicherry to Metur Dam via Salem Jn in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pondicherry to Mettur via Melmaruvathur and Melmaruvathur in around 8h 27m.

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