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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Potheri is to train which costs ₹260 - ₹2,200 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Potheri is to bus which takes 1h 58m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,000.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Potheri?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pondicherry and arriving at SRM University. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Potheri?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Potheri. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Potheri Halt via Villupuram Jn and Chengalpattu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Potheri?

The distance between Puducherry and Potheri is 129 km. The road distance is 114.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Potheri without a car is to bus which takes 1h 58m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,000.

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

The bus from Pondicherry to SRM University takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Potheri bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Potheri train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Potheri?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Potheri is to bus which takes 1h 58m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can line 16116 train and train, which costs ₹370 - ₹3,100 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Puducherry to Potheri bus arrive?

Puducherry to Potheri bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at SRM University station.

Where does the Puducherry to Potheri train arrive?

Puducherry to Potheri train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Villupuram Jn station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Potheri?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Potheri is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Puducherry to Potheri.

Where can I stay near Potheri?

There are 153+ hotels available in Potheri.

Puducherry to Potheri - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 16116 train

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to SRM Universitybus
1h 58m
₹340–2,000
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chengalpattutrain 16116 / ...
3h 16m
₹269–2,110
Line 16116 train, train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Villupuram Jntrain 16116 / ...
2. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Chengalpattutrain 22676 / ...
3h 4m
₹370–3,026
Drive 114.2 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Pothericar 114.2 km
1h 59m
₹1,281–1,851
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Potheritaxi 114.2 km
1h 59m
₹2,000–2,500

Puducherry to Potheri by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

₹370Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.1 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Pondicherry to SRM University once daily. Tickets cost ₹550–2,000 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Jayavin Travels also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pondicherry to Potheri Halt via Villupuram Jn and Chengalpattu in around 3h 4m.

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