Chennai to Pondicherry

Chennai to Pondicherry

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Chennai to Pondicherry Schedule

Chennai to Pondicherry Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any time₹ 7,653
Orange Tours AC Sleeper 05:30 - 09:00₹ 762
Krish Travels Non-AC Seater 07:15 - 10:15₹ 289
Afshee Travels Non-AC Seater 08:00 - 10:40₹ 345
Raja Travels AC Seater 10:05 - 14:00₹ 867
Universal Travels Non-AC Seater 13:30 - 18:00₹ 405
Rathimeena Travels B AC Seater 15:05 - 19:00₹ 551
Universal Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 16:30 - 21:10₹ 567
Psk Travels AC Sleeper 18:50 - 22:25₹ 798
Universal Travels Non-AC Seater 21:40 - 02:15₹ 405
Naanal Travels Non-AC Seater 22:00 - 02:30₹ 2,310

Transportation from Chennai to Pondicherry

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Pondicherry

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport1h 50m
Earliest Departure4:50 AM
Latest Departure11:35 PM
Departures per day58
Distance92 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAfshee Travels, Apple Travels, Avs Travels, Deltaking Travels, Indian Railways, Kailasa Travels, Kalaimakal Travelss, Kallada Travels, King Travels, Kingfisher Connect, Krish Travels, Morning Star Travels, Mozo Travels, Naanal Travels, National Travels CHN, Nisha Travels, Olive Travels Lines, Orange Tours, Prn Travels, Raja Travels, Rathimeena Travels A, Rathimeena Travels B, Reliance Travels, Sooriyan Travels, Sri Krishna Travels, Surya Connect, Thajudeen Yasmin Travels, Tippusultan Travels, TravelODesk India, Universal Bus ubs, Universal Travels, YBM Travels

Chennai to Pondicherry Destination Reviews

NR
The trip itself was comfortable, but company sent me gps coordinates of pick up point and then called to tell me they were unable to pick me up at that point. So I’m a mad rush I had to find transport to take me to the pick up point specified over the phone (after much confusion)! This incurred additional costs and stress….
Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, NueGo, Jan 1, 2024
SR
Comfortable and easy
Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, NueGo, Jul 27, 2023
CA
As a foreigner and new user of Indian trains, a little bit more explanation on how to find my train car would be appreciated
Train #16115 2S - Second Sitting Class, Indian Railways, Nov 8, 2022
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How to get from Chennai to Pondicherry

Travelling between Chennai and Pondicherry is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 119.24 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.15.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Pondicherry?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 6 hours to travel between Chennai and Pondicherry depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Chennai and Pondicherry. Bus will bring you to your destination in 1h 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 5h 15m to reach Pondicherry.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Pondicherry?

Travelling between Chennai and Pondicherry can be as cheap as USD 3.15 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 119.24 if you buy a TravelODesk India taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Chennai and Pondicherry ?

  • 54 from Chennai to Puducherry starting from 04:50 Chennai until 23:35 Chennai
  • 1 from Chennai to Puducherry starting from 18:10 Chennai Egmore until 18:10 Chennai Egmore
  • 3 from Chennai to Puducherry starting from 00:00 Chennai Airport until 00:00 Chennai Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chennai to Pondicherry.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Chennai to Puducherry overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Chennai and Puducherry

Afshee Travels, Apple Travels, Avs Travels, Deltaking Travels, Kailasa Travels, Kalaimakal Travelss, Kallada Travels, King Travels, Kingfisher Connect, Krish Travels, Morning Star Travels, Mozo Travels, Naanal Travels, National Travels CHN, Nisha Travels, Olive Travels Lines, Orange Tours, Prn Travels, Raja Travels, Rathimeena Travels A, Rathimeena Travels B, Reliance Travels, Sooriyan Travels, Sri Krishna Travels, Surya Connect, Thajudeen Yasmin Travels, Tippusultan Travels, Universal Bus ubs, Universal Travels, YBM Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Chennai and Puducherry

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Chennai to Pondicherry?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 54% took a train
  • 44% opted for a bus
  • 2% bought a taxi ride