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

The cheapest way to get from Velachcheri to Puducherry is to bus which costs ₹110 - ₹750 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velachcheri to Puducherry is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,000.

Is there a direct bus between Velachcheri and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Velachcheri to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Dhandeeswaram and arriving at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue via Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Velachcheri and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Velachcheri to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Perungudi and arriving at Pondicherry via St Thomas Mount and Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Velachcheri to Puducherry?

The distance between Velachcheri and Puducherry is 170 km. The road distance is 138.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Velachcheri to Puducherry without a car is to bus via Chennai which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹400 - ₹950.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Velachcheri to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velachcheri to Puducherry bus from?

Velachcheri to Puducherry bus services, operated by Olive Travels Lines, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Velachcheri to Puducherry train from?

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

Train or bus from Velachcheri to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Velachcheri to Puducherry is to bus via Chennai which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹400 - ₹950. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,100 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Velachcheri to Puducherry bus arrive?

Velachcheri to Puducherry bus services, operated by Olive Travels Lines, arrive at Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue station.

Where does the Velachcheri to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Velachcheri to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Velachcheri to Puducherry is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Velachcheri to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Puducherry.

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

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

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Bus via Chennai
best
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
4h 32m
₹405–911
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saidapet court to Puducherrybus
4h 56m
₹118–725
Train
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Pondicherrytrain 16115 / ...
5h 28m
₹388–3,038
Drive 138.5 km
1. Drive from Velachcheri to Puducherrycar 138.5 km
2h 20m
₹1,344–1,941
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velachcheri to Puducherrytaxi 138.5 km
2h 20m
₹3,100–3,800

Velachcheri to Puducherry by train

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.3 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

Olive Travels Lines operates a bus from Chennai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue hourly, and the journey takes 3h 40m. 39 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Pondicherry twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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