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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Ottapalam is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 11h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Ottapalam is to drive which takes 6h 39m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹7,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Ottapalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Ottapalam. However, there are services departing from Jipmer and arriving at Palakkad via Coimbatore and Kuzhalmannam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Ottapalam?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Ottapalam. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Ottappalam via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Ottapalam?

The distance between Puducherry and Ottapalam is 481 km. The road distance is 454.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Ottapalam without a car is to bus which takes 10h 42m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 10h 42m to get from Puducherry to Ottapalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Ottapalam bus from?

Puducherry to Ottapalam bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, depart from Jipmer station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Ottapalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Ottapalam?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Ottapalam is to bus which takes 10h 42m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 11h 2m.

Where does the Puducherry to Ottapalam bus arrive?

Puducherry to Ottapalam bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, arrive at Gandhipuram station.

Where does the Puducherry to Ottapalam train arrive?

Puducherry to Ottapalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Palakkad station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Ottapalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Ottapalam is 455 km. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Puducherry to Ottapalam.

Where can I stay near Ottapalam?

There are 51+ hotels available in Ottapalam.

Puducherry to Ottapalam - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Puducherry to Ottapalam by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jipmer to Gandhipurambus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Kuzhalmannambus
10h 42m
₹859–2,875
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Palakkadtrain 16855 / ...
11h 2m
₹381–2,995
Drive 454.6 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Ottapalamcar 454.6 km
6h 39m
₹5,069–7,321
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Ottapalamtaxi 454.6 km
6h 39m
₹10,000–12,000
Fly Pondicherry to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane PNY - CCJ
2. Take the train from Parpanangadi to Ottappalamtrain
8h 23m
₹9,932–18,098
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
3. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Ottappalamtrain
8h
₹5,643–10,337
Fly Pondicherry to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane PNY - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Ottappalamtrain
10h 17m
₹8,952–20,458
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
3. Take the train from Parpanangadi to Ottappalamtrain
8h 46m
₹6,353–12,617

Puducherry to Ottapalam by train

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11h 2mAverage Duration

₹381Cheapest Price

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Distance: 480.9 km
Duration: 10h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Jipmer to Ottappalam via Gandhipuram, Coimbatore, Kuzhalmannam, Palakkad, and Palakkad in around 10h 42m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Palakkad twice a week. Tickets cost ₹270–2,100 and the journey takes 9h 47m.

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