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How To Reach Puducherry

How to Reach Pondicherry, India

By Train:

The nearest railway station to Pondicherry is the Puducherry Railway Station (station code: PDY). It is well-connected by train to several cities across India, including the major metros. Regular trains are available from cities like New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru.

By Flight:

The nearest airport to Pondicherry is the Chennai International Airport (MAA), located approximately 135 kilometers away. This airport is well-connected to all major cities in India and also has international flights. From the airport, one can take a taxi or bus to reach Pondicherry.

By Road:

Pondicherry has a good network of roads that connect it to various cities. It can be reached by bus or private vehicle. The East Coast Road (ECR) offers a scenic drive along the coast and is a popular route for those coming from Chennai and other nearby cities.

How to Reach Pondicherry from India's Top 10 Cities

  1. From Mumbai:

    By Flight: Take a flight to Chennai and then a cab or bus to Pondicherry (Approximately 135 km).

    By Train: Direct trains to Villupuram Junction, which is about 38 km from Pondicherry. Further, you can take a taxi or bus.

    By Road: The distance is about 1,314 km. You can take the Mumbai - Pune - Bangalore - Krishnagiri - Tindivanam - Pondicherry route. Stop over at Bangalore for a comfortable journey.

  2. From Delhi:

    By Flight: Fly to Chennai and then take a cab or bus to Pondicherry.

    By Train: You can take a train to Villupuram Junction and then a taxi or bus to Pondicherry.

    By Road: The distance is approximately 2,200 km via NH44. A suggested stopover would be at Agra or Jaipur.

  3. From Kolkata:

    By Flight: Take a flight to Chennai and then take a road transport to Pondicherry.

    By Train: Board a train to Villupuram Junction and then take a local conveyance to Pondicherry.

    By Road: It is around 1,800 km via NH16. Consider stopping over at Visakhapatnam or Bhubaneswar.

  4. From Chennai:

    By Road: Pondicherry is around 150 km via the scenic East Coast Road (ECR).

    By Train: Direct trains are available to Pondicherry Railway Station.

    By Flight: Not applicable as the distance is short and easily covered by road or train.

  5. From Bengaluru:

    By Road: The distance is about 310 km via NH77 and NH 66. A popular stopover is at Vellore.

    By Train: Trains to Villupuram Junction followed by a taxi/bus to Pondicherry.

    By Flight: Fly to Chennai and take a taxi/bus from there to Pondicherry.

  6. ... Assuming top cities include Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune, Jaipur, and Lucknow: ...
  7. From Hyderabad:

    By Road: Distance is around 790 km via NH16; consider a stopover in Nellore or Chennai.

    By Train: Connect via Chennai or directly to Villupuram Junction.

    By Flight: Fly to Chennai airport, then proceed by road.

  8. From Ahmedabad:

    By Road: It is nearly 1,735 km via NH 48; stopovers at Mumbai and Bangalore are suggested.

    By Train: Connect through Mumbai or directly to Villupuram Junction.

    By Flight: Fly to Chennai, then take road transport to Pondicherry.

  9. From Pune:

    By Road: Around 1,190 km via NH 48; a stopover at Bangalore is recommended.

    By Train: Trains to Villupuram Junction, then a taxi or bus to Pondicherry.

    By Flight: Flight to Chennai and then taxi/bus.

  10. From Jaipur:

    By Road: Approximately 2,000 km via NH 48; stop at Udaipur or Ahmedabad for a rest.

    By Train: Connect via Delhi to Villupuram Junction.

    By Flight: Fly to Chennai, then continue by road to Pondicherry.

  11. From Lucknow:

    By Road: Around 1,838 km via NH19; consider stopping in Agra or Nagpur.

    By Train: Connecting trains via Delhi or Chennai to Villupuram Junction.

    By Flight: Connect via Chennai and then proceed by road to Pondicherry.

Please note the distances and suggested routes might change due to road conditions or construction works. It is always a good idea to check for recent updates before commencing your journey.

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