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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹600 - ₹1,300 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru is to train via Ariyalur which takes 2h 43m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Thiruvaiyaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Thanjavur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Thiruvaiyaru?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Ariyalur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru?

The distance between Puducherry and Thiruvaiyaru is 178 km. The road distance is 157.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru without a car is to train via Ariyalur which takes 2h 43m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru is to train via Ariyalur which takes 2h 43m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹850 - ₹2,000 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyaru.

Where can I stay near Thiruvaiyaru?

There are 92+ hotels available in Thiruvaiyaru.

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

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

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Train via Ariyalur
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Ariyalurtrain 16857
2h 43m
₹810–2,075
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Thanjavurbus
6h 10m
₹617–1,304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Thanjavurbus Puducherry - Thanjavur
4h 49m
₹887–1,915
Drive 157.9 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyarucar 157.9 km
2h 46m
₹1,782–2,574
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Thiruvaiyarutaxi 157.9 km
2h 46m
₹2,700–3,300
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Thanjavurtrain 16861
4h 39m
₹672–2,058

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Distance: 177.9 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Ariyalur once a week. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Thanjavur once daily. Tickets cost ₹420–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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