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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Vadapalani is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹750 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Vadapalani is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Vadapalani?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Vadapalani. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Vadapalani?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Vadapalani. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Vadapalani via Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Vadapalani?

The distance between Puducherry and Vadapalani is 155 km. The road distance is 148.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Vadapalani without a car is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹440 - ₹1,400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Puducherry to Vadapalani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Vadapalani bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Vadapalani train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Vadapalani?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Vadapalani is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹440 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹200 - ₹1,500 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Puducherry to Vadapalani bus arrive?

Puducherry to Vadapalani 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 Vadapalani train arrive?

Puducherry to Vadapalani train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Vadapalani?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Vadapalani is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Puducherry to Vadapalani.

Where can I stay near Vadapalani?

There are 1098+ hotels available in Vadapalani.

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Puducherry - Chennai
3h 9m
₹441–1,389
Bus #2
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1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
3h 9m
₹139–711
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmoretrain 17643 / ...
3h 56m
₹209–1,414
Drive 148.9 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Vadapalanicar 148.9 km
2h 24m
₹1,679–2,425
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Vadapalanitaxi 148.9 km
2h 24m
₹3,300–4,000

Puducherry to Vadapalani by bus and subway

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3h 9mAverage Duration

₹441Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.9 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Puducherry to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) once daily. Tickets cost ₹303–1,400 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmore 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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