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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Velachcheri is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹1,400 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Velachcheri is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,000.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Velachcheri?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Velachcheri. However, there are services departing from Puducherry and arriving at Dhandeeswaram via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu and Guindy TVK Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Velachcheri?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Velachcheri. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Perungudi via Tambaram and St Thomas Mount. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Velachcheri?

The distance between Puducherry and Velachcheri is 189 km. The road distance is 137.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Velachcheri without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Puducherry to Velachcheri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Velachcheri bus from?

Puducherry to Velachcheri bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Puducherry station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Velachcheri train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Velachcheri?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Velachcheri is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹130 - ₹1,400 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Puducherry to Velachcheri bus arrive?

Puducherry to Velachcheri bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand station.

Where does the Puducherry to Velachcheri train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Velachcheri?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Velachcheri is 138 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Puducherry to Velachcheri.

Where can I stay near Velachcheri?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Velachcheri.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Tambaramtrain 16116 / ...
4h 11m
₹380–3,045
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
4h 21m
₹133–1,312
Drive 137.8 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Velachchericar 137.8 km
2h 19m
₹1,349–1,948
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Velachcheritaxi 137.8 km
2h 19m
₹3,100–3,800
Bus via Puratchi Thalaivar Dr.M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
4h 34m
₹411–893

Puducherry to Velachcheri by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.5 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Tambaram twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Puducherry to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand hourly. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 3h.

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