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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal is to bus which costs ₹180 - ₹850 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Pulhal?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Pulhal. However, there are services departing from Kottakupam Bypass and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Puzhal via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Pulhal?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Pulhal. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Thirumangalam via Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Pulhal?

The distance between Puducherry and Pulhal is 161 km. The road distance is 161.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal without a car is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs ₹180 - ₹850.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Puducherry to Pulhal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Pulhal bus from?

Puducherry to Pulhal bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Kottakupam Bypass station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Pulhal train from?

Puducherry to Pulhal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pondicherry station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Pulhal?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Pulhal is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs ₹180 - ₹850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹240 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Puducherry to Pulhal bus arrive?

Puducherry to Pulhal bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand station.

Where does the Puducherry to Pulhal train arrive?

Puducherry to Pulhal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Pulhal?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Pulhal is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Puducherry to Pulhal.

Where can I stay near Pulhal?

There are 917+ hotels available in Pulhal.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Kottakupam Bypass to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
3h 54m
₹180–813
Train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmoretrain 16116 / ...
5h 44m
₹248–2,294
Drive 161.7 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Pulhalcar 161.7 km
2h 39m
₹1,583–2,286
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Pulhaltaxi 161.7 km
2h 39m
₹3,600–4,400
Bus via Central station
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
5h 51m
₹445–991

Puducherry to Pulhal by bus

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Distance: 160.7 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

SETC operates a bus from Kottakupam Bypass to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Stand every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Chennai Egmore twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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