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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Santhome is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹750 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Santhome is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Santhome?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Santhome. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Santhome Beach via M.G.R.Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Santhome?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Santhome. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Tirumailai via Tambaram and St Thomas Mount. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Santhome?

The distance between Puducherry and Santhome is 199 km. The road distance is 144.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Santhome without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs ₹390 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Puducherry to Santhome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Santhome bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Santhome train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Santhome?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Santhome is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs ₹390 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹430 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Puducherry to Santhome bus arrive?

Puducherry to Santhome bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) station.

Where does the Puducherry to Santhome train arrive?

Puducherry to Santhome train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Santhome?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Santhome is 144 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Puducherry to Santhome.

Where can I stay near Santhome?

There are 1156+ hotels available in Santhome.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Tambaramtrain 16116 / ...
4h 27m
₹390–3,095
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
2. Take the bus from M.G.R.Koyambedu to Santhome Beachbus 12X
5h 22m
₹130–737
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Puducherry - Chennai
2. Take the bus from M.G.R.Koyambedu to Santhome Beachbus 12X
5h 22m
₹432–1,415
Drive 144.2 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Santhomecar 144.2 km
2h 19m
₹1,629–2,353
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Santhometaxi 144.2 km
2h 19m
₹3,200–3,900

Puducherry to Santhome by train

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4h 27mAverage Duration

₹390Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.6 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Tambaram twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Puducherry to Santhome Beach via Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) and M.G.R.Koyambedu in around 5h 22m.

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