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

The cheapest way to get from Santhome to Puducherry is to bus which costs ₹110 - ₹850 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santhome to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,000.

Is there a direct bus between Santhome and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Santhome to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Santhome Church and arriving at Puducherry via Tiruvanmiyur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Santhome and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Santhome to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Tirumailai and arriving at Pondicherry via Chennai Park and Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Santhome to Puducherry?

The distance between Santhome and Puducherry is 153 km. The road distance is 142.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santhome to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs ₹110 - ₹850.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Santhome to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santhome to Puducherry bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santhome to Puducherry train from?

Santhome to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Santhome to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Santhome to Puducherry is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs ₹110 - ₹850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹370 - ₹3,100 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Santhome to Puducherry bus arrive?

Santhome to Puducherry bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Puducherry station.

Where does the Santhome to Puducherry train arrive?

Santhome to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Can I drive from Santhome to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Santhome to Puducherry is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Santhome to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Puducherry.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Tiruvanmiyur to Puducherrybus
4h 55m
₹119–828
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Pondicherrytrain 16115 / ...
5h 28m
₹379–3,089
Drive 142.8 km
1. Drive from Santhome to Puducherrycar 142.8 km
2h 23m
₹1,386–2,002
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santhome to Puducherrytaxi 142.8 km
2h 23m
₹3,200–3,900
Line 102 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pattinampakkam to Broadwaybus 102
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
5h 22m
₹398–911

Santhome to Puducherry by bus and foot

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Distance: 152.7 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

SETC operates a bus from Tiruvanmiyur to Puducherry 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹110–700 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Pondicherry twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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