Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Chennai (Guindy) | Pondicherry - Bus Stand (N) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Chennai - Siruseri SIPCOT (S) | Pondicherry - Pondicherry University (S) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Guindy) | Pondicherry - Bus Stand (N) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Guindy) | Pondicherry - Bus Stand (N) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Guindy) | Pondicherry - Auroville Road (S) | No tags |
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Get from Chennai to Puducherry
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chennai to Puducherry by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chennai to Puducherry?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chennai to Puducherry start from $5. The average price for this route is around $5. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chennai to Puducherry?
The average bus trip duration from Chennai to Puducherry is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 71 miles (115 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chennai to Puducherry route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 229 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chennai to Puducherry?
The earliest bus departs from Chennai to Puducherry at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chennai to Puducherry?
A bus trip from Chennai to Puducherry generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chennai to Puducherry was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $3To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chennai to Puducherry, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $3 to $7 for a bus ticket from Chennai to Puducherry based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $3 which is on 2025-12-06.
