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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Vatakara is to train which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 12h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Vatakara is to fly and train which takes 7h 40m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Vatakara?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Vatakara. However, there are services departing from Jipmer and arriving at Vadakara via Coimbatore and Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Vatakara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Vadakara. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 12h 44m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Vatakara?

The distance between Puducherry and Vatakara is 621 km. The road distance is 594 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Vatakara without a car is to train which takes 12h 44m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600.

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

The train from Pondicherry to Vadakara takes 12h 44m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Vatakara bus from?

Puducherry to Vatakara bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, depart from Jipmer station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Vatakara train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Vatakara?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Vatakara is to train which takes 12h 44m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹900 - ₹2,200 and takes 14h 11m.

Where does the Puducherry to Vatakara bus arrive?

Puducherry to Vatakara bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, arrive at Gandhipuram station.

Where does the Puducherry to Vatakara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Vatakara?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Vatakara is 594 km. It takes approximately 8h 39m to drive from Puducherry to Vatakara.

Where can I stay near Vatakara?

There are 38+ hotels available in Vatakara.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Vadakaratrain 16855
12h 44m
₹330–2,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jipmer to Gandhipurambus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Palakkadbus
3. Take the bus from Palakkad to Vadakarabus
14h 11m
₹940–2,140
Drive 594 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Vatakaracar 594 km
8h 39m
₹6,679–9,647
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Vatakarataxi 594 km
8h 39m
₹13,000–16,000
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane PNY - CCJ
2. Take the train from Kozhikkode to Vadakaratrain
7h 40m
₹8,622–18,198
Fly to Kannur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane PNY - CNN
2. Take the train from Kannur to Vadakaratrain
17h 40m
₹14,272–28,348

Puducherry to Vatakara by train

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Distance: 620.9 km
Duration: 12h 44m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Vadakara once a week. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 12h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jipmer to Vadakara via Gandhipuram, Coimbatore, and Palakkad in around 14h 11m.

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