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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Padappai is to train via Chengalpattu which costs ₹270 - ₹2,800 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Padappai is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,000.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Padappai?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Padappai. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Padappai via Perungalathur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Padappai?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Padappai. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Guduvancheri via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Padappai?

The distance between Puducherry and Padappai is 170 km. The road distance is 122.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Padappai without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Puducherry to Padappai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Padappai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Padappai train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Padappai?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Padappai is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹2,600 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Puducherry to Padappai bus arrive?

Puducherry to Padappai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Perungalathur station.

Where does the Puducherry to Padappai train arrive?

Puducherry to Padappai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Guduvancheri station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Padappai?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Padappai is 123 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Puducherry to Padappai.

Where can I stay near Padappai?

There are 134+ hotels available in Padappai.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Guduvancheritrain 06026
3h 9m
₹816–2,114
Train via Chengalpattu
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chengalpattutrain 17651 / ...
4h 34m
₹279–2,710
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Perungalathurbus
3h 33m
₹595–2,595
Drive 122.9 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Padappaicar 122.9 km
2h 9m
₹1,379–1,992
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Padappaitaxi 122.9 km
2h 9m
₹2,100–2,600

Puducherry to Padappai by train and bus

36Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

₹279Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.3 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Guduvancheri once daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Pondicherry to Perungalathur once daily. Tickets cost ₹550–2,000 and the journey takes 2h 8m.

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