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

The cheapest way to get from Trichy to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹180 - ₹1,500 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trichy to Puducherry is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Trichy and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Trichy to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Tiruchirapalli and arriving at Puducherry via Thanjavur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Trichy and Puducherry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tiruchchirapali and arriving at Pondicherry. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Trichy to Puducherry?

The distance between Trichy and Puducherry is 216 km. The road distance is 202.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Trichy to Puducherry without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,500.

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

The train from Tiruchchirapali to Pondicherry takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Trichy to Puducherry bus from?

Trichy to Puducherry bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Tiruchirapalli station.

Where do I catch the Trichy to Puducherry train from?

Trichy to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tiruchchirapali station.

Train or bus from Trichy to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Trichy to Puducherry is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹800 - ₹2,800 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Trichy to Puducherry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Trichy to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trichy to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Trichy to Puducherry is 202 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Trichy to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1198+ hotels available in Puducherry.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Pondicherrytrain 16858 / ...
4h 35m
₹180–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli to Thanjavurbus Tiruchirapalli - Thanjavur
2. Take the bus from Thanjavur to Puducherrybus Thanjavur - Puducherry
5h 53m
₹808–2,765
Drive 202.1 km
1. Drive from Trichy to Puducherrycar 202.1 km
3h 5m
₹2,273–3,284
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Trichy to Puducherrytaxi 202.1 km
3h 5m
₹3,900–4,700
Train, line 06799 train
1. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Villupuram Jntrain 12632 / ...
2. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Pondicherrytrain 06799 / ...
4h 35m
₹292–2,264

Trichy to Puducherry by train

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Distance: 216.2 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tiruchchirapali to Pondicherry twice a week. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tiruchirapalli to Puducherry via Thanjavur in around 5h 53m.

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