What is the cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam?

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam is to train which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam?

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,600.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Old Suramangalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Salem via Villupuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Old Suramangalam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Salem Jn. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam?

The distance between Puducherry and Old Suramangalam is 232 km. The road distance is 221.2 km.

How do I travel from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam without a car?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500.

How long does it take to get from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam?

The train from Pondicherry to Salem Jn takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Old Suramangalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Old Suramangalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹950 - ₹2,600 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Puducherry to Old Suramangalam bus arrive?

Puducherry to Old Suramangalam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Villupuram station.

Where does the Puducherry to Old Suramangalam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Old Suramangalam is 221 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Puducherry to Old Suramangalam.

Where can I stay near Old Suramangalam?

There are 211+ hotels available in Old Suramangalam.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Salem Jntrain 16574 / ...
4h 30m
₹190–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Villupurambus
2. Take the bus from Villupuram to Salembus
4h 39m
₹970–2,582
Drive 221.2 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Old Suramangalamcar 221.2 km
3h 23m
₹2,494–3,602
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Old Suramangalamtaxi 221.2 km
3h 23m
₹4,600–5,500

Puducherry to Old Suramangalam by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

₹190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.7 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Puducherry, India and Old Suramangalam, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Salem Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pondicherry to Old Suramangalam via Villupuram, Villupuram, and Salem in around 4h 39m.

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