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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Thottiyam is to train via Villupuram which costs ₹750 - ₹3,000 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Thottiyam is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,200.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Thottiyam?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Thottiyam. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue and arriving at Karur via Salem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Thottiyam?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Thottiyam. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Kulitalai via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Thottiyam?

The distance between Puducherry and Thottiyam is 269 km. The road distance is 224.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Thottiyam without a car is to train via Villupuram which takes 5h 54m and costs ₹750 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Puducherry to Thottiyam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Thottiyam bus from?

Puducherry to Thottiyam bus services, operated by No 1 Air Travels, depart from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Thottiyam train from?

Puducherry to Thottiyam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Villupuram Jn station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Thottiyam?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Thottiyam is to train via Villupuram which takes 5h 54m and costs ₹750 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,900 - ₹5,500 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Puducherry to Thottiyam bus arrive?

Puducherry to Thottiyam bus services, operated by No 1 Air Travels, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Puducherry to Thottiyam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Thottiyam?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Thottiyam is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Puducherry to Thottiyam.

Puducherry to Thottiyam - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Puducherry to Thottiyam by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train via Villupuram
best
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Kulitalaitrain 16159
5h 54m
₹760–2,976
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Salembus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Salem to Karurbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
7h 14m
₹1,963–5,048
Drive 224.4 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Thottiyamcar 224.4 km
3h 28m
₹2,181–3,150
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Thottiyamtaxi 224.4 km
3h 28m
₹4,300–5,500
Train, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
3. Take the taxi from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Thottiyamtaxi
6h 34m
₹6,573–13,017
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16857 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Lalapettrain 16811
6h 24m
₹856–3,068
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Tiruchirappallibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the train from Ponmlai Gld Rck to Lalapettrain 16811
7h 35m
₹1,093–2,730

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ) flights

42Weekly Planes

1h 4mAverage Duration

₹5,327Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Puducherry to Thottiyam.

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Distance: 268.6 km
Duration: 5h 54m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Villupuram Jn to Kulitalai once daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Thottiyam via Salem and Karur in around 7h 14m.

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