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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Poompuhar is to bus via FlixBus Chennai - Kolathur which costs ₹150 - ₹850 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Poompuhar is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,600.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Agrakaram via Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Villivakkam via Chennai Egmore and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Poompuhar?

The distance between Puducherry and Poompuhar is 191 km. The road distance is 155.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Poompuhar without a car is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Puducherry to Poompuhar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Poompuhar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Poompuhar train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Poompuhar?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Poompuhar is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can train via Chennai Park, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,100 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Puducherry to Poompuhar bus arrive?

Puducherry to Poompuhar bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Koyembedu station.

Where does the Puducherry to Poompuhar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Poompuhar?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Poompuhar is 155 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Puducherry to Poompuhar.

Where can I stay near Poompuhar?

There are 947+ hotels available in Poompuhar.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Puducherry to Poompuhar by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Koyembedubus
2. Take the bus from Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapam to Agrakarambus 121A
3h 28m
₹630–2,054
Bus via FlixBus Chennai - Kolathur
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
4h 13m
₹150–807
Train via Chennai Park
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmoretrain 16116 / ...
4h 32m
₹389–3,064
Drive 155.4 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Poompuharcar 155.4 km
2h 35m
₹1,775–2,563
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Poompuhartaxi 155.4 km
2h 35m
₹3,500–4,200
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Peramburtrain 17654
4h 41m
₹282–2,235

Puducherry to Poompuhar by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.3 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Pondicherry to Agrakaram via Koyembedu and Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapam in around 3h 28m. 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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