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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Ponneri is to bus via FlixBus Chennai - Gummidipoondi which costs ₹390 - ₹1,800 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Ponneri is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs ₹2,000 - ₹3,000.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Ponneri?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Ponneri. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue and arriving at Chennai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Ponneri?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Ponneri. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Ponneri via Chennai Egmore and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Ponneri?

The distance between Puducherry and Ponneri is 187 km. The road distance is 184.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Ponneri without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Puducherry to Ponneri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Ponneri bus from?

Puducherry to Ponneri bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Ponneri train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Ponneri?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Ponneri is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Chennai Park, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,200 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Puducherry to Ponneri bus arrive?

Puducherry to Ponneri bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Puducherry to Ponneri train arrive?

Puducherry to Ponneri train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Ponneri?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Ponneri is 185 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Puducherry to Ponneri.

Where can I stay near Ponneri?

There are four+ hotels available in Ponneri.

Puducherry to Ponneri - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Puducherry to Ponneri by bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
5h 8m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Gummidipunditrain 17656
5h 35m
₹307–2,399
Train via Chennai Park
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmoretrain 16116 / ...
5h 21m
₹389–3,164
Drive 184.6 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Ponnericar 184.6 km
3h 1m
₹2,069–2,989
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Ponneritaxi 184.6 km
3h 1m
₹4,100–5,000
Bus via FlixBus Chennai - Gummidipoondi
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Chennai - Gummidipoondibus FlixBus IN5222 / ...
5h 29m
₹390–1,797

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Distance: 186.9 km
Duration: 5h 8m

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

SLGT Travels operates a bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Chennai hourly, and the journey takes 3h 45m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmore twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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