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What is the best way to travel from Chennai to Pondicherry?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Pondicherry from Chennai. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 22 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 10m
$2
$3
62
Train
3h 55m
$5
$5
2
Car
2h 17m
$3
$4
8

What is the cheapest way to reach Pondicherry from Chennai?

You can get to Pondicherry with just $2 by taking a Bus from NueGo, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $2
Tuesday
from $2
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • NueGo
    3h 50m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    Thiyagaraya Nagar Bus Station
    8:50 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $2
  • Fresh Bus
    3h 35m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:35 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Fresh Bus
    Business
    $3
  • Krish Travels
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    12:00 PM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Krish Travels
    Basic
    $3
  • Universal Travels
    3h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    9:40 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Universal Travels
    Premium Economy
    $4

    • Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 19m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Chennai
    1:30 PM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $3
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 19m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    8:00 AM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 17m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Chennai
    8:20 AM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 18m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Chennai
    7:00 PM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4

    • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Indian Railways
    4h 5m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    10:15 PM
    Pondicherry
    Puducherry Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $5

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • NueGo
    3h 50m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    Thiyagaraya Nagar Bus Station
    8:50 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $2
  • Fresh Bus
    3h 35m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:35 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Fresh Bus
    Business
    $3
  • Universal Travels
    4h 0m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    10:30 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Universal Travels
    Premium Economy
    $4
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    3h 55m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    1:40 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $4

    • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Indian Railways
    4h 5m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    10:15 PM
    Pondicherry
    Puducherry Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $5
  • Indian Railways
    3h 55m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    1:35 PM
    Pondicherry
    Puducherry Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $6

What are the fastest trips from Chennai to Pondicherry?

You can get to Pondicherry from Chennai in just 2h 17m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
from 2h 17m
Tuesday
from 3h 15m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 17m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Chennai
    8:20 AM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 18m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Chennai
    7:00 PM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 18m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Chennai
    7:20 PM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 19m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Chennai
    1:30 PM
    Pondicherry
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $3

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Universal Travels
    3h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    9:40 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Universal Travels
    Premium Economy
    $4
  • Fresh Bus
    3h 35m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:35 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Fresh Bus
    Business
    $3
  • NueGo
    3h 50m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    Thiyagaraya Nagar Bus Station
    8:50 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $2
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    3h 55m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    1:40 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $4

    • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Indian Railways
    4h 5m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    10:15 PM
    Pondicherry
    Puducherry Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $5

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Sri Krishna Travels
    3h 15m
    0
    4:45 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:00 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Sri Krishna Travels
    First Class
    $5
  • Fresh Bus
    3h 35m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    8:35 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Fresh Bus
    Business
    $3
  • NueGo
    3h 50m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Chennai
    Thiyagaraya Nagar Bus Station
    8:50 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $2
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    3h 55m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    1:40 AM
    Pondicherry
    Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $4

    • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Indian Railways
    3h 55m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    1:35 PM
    Pondicherry
    Puducherry Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from $6
  • Indian Railways
    4h 5m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    10:15 PM
    Pondicherry
    Puducherry Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from $5
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Chennai to Pondicherry

What are the most popular stations in Chennai and Pondicherry?

In Chennai, you will usually depart from Egmore Railway Station, Central Station Bus Stop or C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, while in Pondicherry you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Puducherry Train Station or Bus Stand, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Pondicherry from Chennai? With 9 connections between 22 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chennai and Pondicherry, you can pay as low as $2 with a Bus from NueGo.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Pondicherry in just 2h 17m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chennai and Pondicherry are BlaBlaCar, Indian Railways and NueGo, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Chennai and Pondicherry is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Tiruvottiyūr or to Puducherry Airport, and look at flights from Chennai Airport, and landing at Puducherry Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Chennai to Pondicherry?

The most popular companies between Chennai and Pondicherry, are BlaBlaCar, Indian Railways and NueGo. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: NueGo, Fresh Bus, Universal Travels and 3 more.

Train companies: Indian Railways

All you need to know when you travel from Chennai to Pondicherry

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chennai to Pondicherry. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Chennai to Pondicherry

How can I reach Pondicherry from Chennai?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Pondicherry from Chennai.

How far is Pondicherry from Chennai?

The distance between Chennai and Pondicherry is 85.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chennai and Pondicherry?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 23 kgs, and a flight 34 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chennai to Pondicherry?

You can get to Pondicherry with just $2 by taking a Bus from NueGo.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Pondicherry?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Pondicherry in just 2h 17m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Chennai and to Pondicherry

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chennai and to Pondicherry. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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