What is the cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple?

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹50 - ₹650 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple?

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Nataraja Temple?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puducherry and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Nataraja Temple?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple?

The distance between Puducherry and Nataraja Temple is 67 km. The road distance is 65.8 km.

How do I travel from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple without a car?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple without a car is to bus which takes 1h 46m and costs ₹390 - ₹1,400.

How long does it take to get from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple?

The bus from Puducherry to Chidambaram takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Nataraja Temple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Nataraja Temple train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple is to bus which takes 1h 46m and costs ₹390 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹150 - ₹1,200 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Puducherry to Nataraja Temple bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Nataraja Temple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Nataraja Temple is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Puducherry to Nataraja Temple.

Where can I stay near Nataraja Temple?

There are 68+ hotels available in Nataraja Temple.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
1h 46m
₹390–1,400
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
2h 29m
₹50–650
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chidambaramtrain 16861
2h 39m
₹150–1,200
Drive 65.8 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Nataraja Templecar 65.8 km
1h 13m
₹745–1,075
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Nataraja Templetaxi 65.8 km
1h 13m
₹1,400–1,700

Puducherry to Nataraja Temple by bus and foot

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Distance: 66.6 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Puducherry, India and Nataraja Temple, India?

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹387–1,400 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chidambaram once a week. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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