What is the cheapest way to get from Thanjavur to Auroville?

The cheapest way to get from Thanjavur to Auroville is to bus via Puducherry which costs ₹370 - ₹1,000 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thanjavur to Auroville?

The fastest way to get from Thanjavur to Auroville is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs ₹2,000 - ₹2,900.

Is there a direct bus between Thanjavur and Auroville?

No, there is no direct bus from Thanjavur to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Thanjavur and arriving at Puducherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Thanjavur and Auroville?

No, there is no direct train from Thanjavur to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Thanjavur and arriving at Pondicherry via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Thanjavur to Auroville?

The distance between Thanjavur and Auroville is 186 km. The road distance is 177.8 km.

How do I travel from Thanjavur to Auroville without a car?

The best way to get from Thanjavur to Auroville without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 25m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,900.

How long does it take to get from Thanjavur to Auroville?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Thanjavur to Auroville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thanjavur to Auroville bus from?

Thanjavur to Auroville bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Thanjavur station.

Where do I catch the Thanjavur to Auroville train from?

Thanjavur to Auroville train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thanjavur station.

Train or bus from Thanjavur to Auroville?

The best way to get from Thanjavur to Auroville is to bus which takes 4h 26m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹420 - ₹1,800 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Thanjavur to Auroville bus arrive?

Thanjavur to Auroville bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Puducherry station.

Where does the Thanjavur to Auroville train arrive?

Thanjavur to Auroville train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pondicherry station.

Can I drive from Thanjavur to Auroville?

Yes, the driving distance between Thanjavur to Auroville is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Thanjavur to Auroville.

Where can I stay near Auroville?

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Thanjavur to Auroville - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Thanjavur to Auroville by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Thanjavur to Tiruppadirippuliyurtrain 20606 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Aurovilletaxi
3h 25m
₹662–1,886
Bus via Puducherry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thanjavur to Puducherrybus
5h 36m
₹378–984
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thanjavur to Puducherrybus Thanjavur - Puducherry
4h 26m
₹667–1,655
Drive 177.8 km
1. Drive from Thanjavur to Aurovillecar 177.8 km
2h 59m
₹2,003–2,893
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thanjavur to Aurovilletaxi 177.8 km
2h 59m
₹3,100–3,700
Train
1. Take the train from Thanjavur to Pondicherrytrain 16862
5h 39m
₹422–1,738

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Distance: 186.1 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Thanjavur, India and Auroville, India?

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Thanjavur to Puducherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹420–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Thanjavur to Pondicherry once a week. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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