The Chalakudi to Pondicherry bus route covers approximately 535 kms and takes about 9 hrs 3 mins. A total of 31 direct buses operated by 15 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 18:10, and the last bus leaves at 22:36.
Major boarding points in Chalakudi include Chalakudy, Kadavanthara, while common drop locations in Pondicherry are Ariyankuppam, Avm College, Indira Gandhi Statue, Jipmer, Kalapet, Kalapet University, Mvm College, New Bus Stand, Others, Rajiv Gandhi Statue.
RTC and private operators such as Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada), Surya Connect, Sri Vaari Travels, YBM Travels(BLM), Kingfisher Connect offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 799 - INR 4500.00 depending on the bus type and features.



