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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Thanjavur is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹1,400 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Thanjavur is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Thanjavur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puducherry and arriving at Thanjavur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Thanjavur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Thanjavur. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Thanjavur?

The distance between Puducherry and Thanjavur is 166 km. The road distance is 167 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Thanjavur without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹130 - ₹1,400.

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

The bus from Puducherry to Thanjavur takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Thanjavur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Thanjavur train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Thanjavur?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Thanjavur is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹130 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Puducherry to Thanjavur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Thanjavur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Thanjavur?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Thanjavur is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Puducherry to Thanjavur.

How do I get a bus ticket from Puducherry to Thanjavur?

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Where can I stay near Thanjavur?

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Thanjavurbus Puducherry - Thanjavur
4h 30m
₹130–1,400
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Thanjavurtrain 16861
4h 32m
₹190–1,500
Drive 167 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Thanjavurcar 167 km
2h 51m
₹1,870–2,700
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Thanjavurtaxi 167 km
2h 51m
₹2,900–3,500

Puducherry to Thanjavur by bus

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Distance: 166 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Thanjavur once daily. Tickets cost ₹303–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 30m. 11 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Thanjavur once a week. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 32m.

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