Chennai to Puducherry

Chennai to Puducherry

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Puducherry
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Chennai to Puducherry Destination Reviews

DP
David P
Good air conditioning, comfortable seats with plenty of leg room
Chennai to Puducherry, Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, NueGo, Apr 10, 2026
J
Judith
Excellent service and a very lovely driver for the three hour transfer from Chennai to Pondicherry, thank you!
Chennai to Puducherry, taxi Comfort 3pax, TravelODesk India (TravelODesk India), Feb 23, 2026
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Nina R
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….
Chennai to Puducherry, Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, NueGo, Jan 1, 2024
SR
Stephanie R
Comfortable and easy
Chennai to Puducherry, Bus A/C Semi Sleeper, NueGo, Jul 27, 2023
CA
Christopher A
As a foreigner and new user of Indian trains, a little bit more explanation on how to find my train car would be appreciated
Chennai to Puducherry, Train #16115 2S - Second Sitting Class, Indian Railways, Nov 8, 2022
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Chennai to Puducherry Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TravelODesk India
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h
$70.00
  5.0
Bus
Sri Vaari Travels
AC Sleeper
02:30
06:00
$7.70
Bus
Sri Vaari Travels
AC Sleeper
03:00
06:15
$11.00
Bus
Orange Tours And Travels
AC Sleeper
04:35
08:30
$8.81
Flight
Air India
Economy
04:55
16:55
$138.39
Bus
Sri Krishna Travels
AC Sleeper
05:15
08:30
$6.60
Bus
Yolo Bus
AC Sleeper
05:45
09:28
$14.32
Bus
Rathimeena Travels B
Non-AC Seater
06:05
09:00
$4.41
  5.0
Bus
Sri Sugam Bus
A/C Semi Sleeper
06:25
09:55
$8.80
Flight
Air India
Economy
06:55
12:10
$98.27
Bus
Olive Travels Lines
AC Seater
07:15
11:30
$6.61
Bus
Deltaking Travels
AC Seater
07:35
11:55
$6.58
Bus
Apple Bus
AC Seater
07:55
12:15
$22.02
Bus
Sri Muthu Jayam Travels
Non-AC Seater
08:15
11:00
$2.21
Bus
Deltaking Travels
AC Sleeper
08:35
12:55
$33.01
Bus
Universal Travels
A/C Semi Sleeper
08:55
12:15
$3.86
Bus
Teajaswin Travels
Non-AC Seater
09:15
13:25
$6.60
Bus
Viji Krishna
A/C Semi Sleeper
09:35
13:45
$44.05
Bus
J J Yatra
AC Sleeper
09:55
14:45
$5.50
Bus
Universal Travels
Non-AC Seater
10:30
13:25
$3.86

How to get from Chennai to Puducherry

When you want to get from Chennai to Puducherry, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 121.37. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 4.38.

How far is Chennai from Puducherry?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Puducherry. Your trip will be a total of 53 miles (84 km). The flying distance is 53 miles (84 km).

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

The travel time from Chennai to Puducherry can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 27 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Puducherry varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Indian Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 4.38 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 121.37.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chennai to Puducherry:

  • Bus tickets - USD 4.20 to USD 48.46;
  • Train tickets - USD 4.39 to USD 12.69;
  • flight price: USD 67.79 - USD 92.56. From Chennai to Puducherry starting from 07:05 Chennai Airport until 21:25 Chennai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 41.43 to USD 121.36.

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 4 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chennai to Puducherry any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Puducherry is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chennai to Puducherry. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 41.43.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chennai to Puducherry

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Puducherry? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 56% decided to go for a bus.
  • 43% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Chennai to Puducherry

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Puducherry

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 40m
Earliest Departure2:30 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day9
Distance84 kilometers
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