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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹850 - ₹7,000 and takes 33h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Puducherry is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Bhubaneswar and Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Hatia and arriving at Pondicherry via Gudur Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 23m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Puducherry?

The distance between Ranchi and Puducherry is 1457 km. The road distance is 1717.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Puducherry without a car is to train which takes 33h 23m and costs ₹850 - ₹7,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Ranchi to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Puducherry bus from?

Ranchi to Puducherry bus services, operated by Dolphin Tours and Travels, depart from Ranchi station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Puducherry train from?

Ranchi to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Hatia station.

Train, bus or fly from Ranchi to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Puducherry is to train which takes 33h 23m and costs ₹850 - ₹7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹2,500 - ₹6,500 and takes 37h 28m, you could also fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹20,000 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Ranchi to Puducherry bus arrive?

Ranchi to Puducherry bus services, operated by Dolphin Tours and Travels, arrive at Bhubaneswar station.

Where does the Ranchi to Puducherry train arrive?

Ranchi to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Gudur Jn station.

Can I drive from Ranchi to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Puducherry is 1718 km. It takes approximately 25h 51m to drive from Ranchi to Puducherry.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ranchi to Puducherry?

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Where can I stay near Puducherry?

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

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

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Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXR - MAA
2. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
7h 8m
₹9,518–17,811
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hatia to Gudur Jntrain 12835 / ...
2. Take the train from Gudur Jn to Pondicherrytrain 17655 / ...
33h 23m
₹880–6,665
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Bhubaneswarbus
2. Take the bus from Bhubaneswar to Chennaibus
3. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus
37h 28m
₹2,521–6,040
Drive 1,717.8 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Puducherrycar 1,717.8 km
25h 51m
₹19,274–27,839
Fly to Pondicherry
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane IXR - PNY
5h 16m
₹10,098–19,711
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane IXR - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Villupuram Jntrain
9h 38m
₹11,138–17,361
Train via Arakkonam
1. Take the train from Ranchi to Arakkonamtrain 13351
2. Take the train from Arakkonam to Pondicherrytrain 16111 / ...
38h 53m
₹909–6,856

Ranchi to Puducherry by train

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Distance: 1,456.8 km
Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a train from Hatia to Pondicherry via Gudur Jn in around 33h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ranchi to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Bhubaneswar and Chennai in around 37h 28m.

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