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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi is to train which costs ₹150 - ₹1,300 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs ₹950 - ₹1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Sīrkāzhi?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Sīrkāzhi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Sirkazhi. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi?

The distance between Puducherry and Sīrkāzhi is 86 km. The road distance is 85.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi without a car is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi bus from?

Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Puducherry station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹150 - ₹1,300 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi bus arrive?

Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi train arrive?

Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sirkazhi station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi.

Where can I stay near Sīrkāzhi?

There are 87+ hotels available in Sīrkāzhi.

Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus Puducherry - Chidambaram
2h 9m
₹1,191–2,365
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Sirkazhitrain 16861
2h 38m
₹150–1,300
Drive 85.7 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhicar 85.7 km
1h 32m
₹964–1,393
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Sīrkāzhitaxi 85.7 km
1h 32m
₹1,600–2,000

Puducherry to Sīrkāzhi by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.5 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹356–1,400 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Sirkazhi once a week. Tickets cost ₹150–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 38m.

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