Chennai to Pondicherry Trains

Several trains are running from Chennai to Pondicherry based on your travel and budget preferences. Booking train tickets from Chennai to Pondicherry is easy and convenient on redRail, an IRCTC-authorized platform offering a variety of train options. You can view a list of trains, including train number, name, travel class, duration, and departure or arrival timings when booking your railway tickets.

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Chennai to Pondicherry Distance

There are 48 trains running from Chennai to Pondicherry, covering an approximate distance of 175 kms km. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly.

Chennai to Pondicherry Timings

The first train from Chennai to Pondicherry is KASHI TAMIL EXP (16368) departing at 03:30 from chennai (PER).

The last train from Chennai to Pondicherry is MS SALEM SF EXP (22153), departing at 23:55 from Chennai (MS).

The boarding stations for all Chennai to Pondicherry trains are -

• Chennai Egmore (MS)
• Chengalpattu Junction (CGL)
• Perambur (PER)
• Tambaram (TBM)

• Puducherry Pondicherry (PDY)

Pondicherry, or Puducherry, is the capital city of the Union Territory of Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, India. After the Portuguese colonized it in the 16th century, it had an air of everything French.

Ever since it has been known as the “French Riviera of the East.”

Today, it is fondly called "Pondy" and is a mix of French, English, and Tamil cultures.

It is well-connected by rail, bus, and air. The closest airport is Pondicherry, about 3 kilometres away.

Pondicherry has temples, churches, hotels, beaches, restaurants, shopping centres, and a distinct area called Little France.

The most popular food here is Khowsuey. This coconut-based curry is served over rice or noodles with other accompaniments.

Pondicherry is a famous spiritual centre. The famous Aurobindo Ashram is situated here, where people come from different countries to learn yoga. If you would like to holiday here, you can get your online train tickets from any part of the country to Pondicherry and have a great time here.

It is also very scenic, with its sandy virgin beaches and backwaters. Add to this French, Indian, and other international cuisines, and you’ve got a great reason to visit Pondicherry.

A blend of the spiritual and the sensual, Pondicherry never fails to impress and delight people from all walks of life and all cultures. The coming together of Indian and European cultures has given this place a unique identity.

Since it is connected by rail to different parts of the country, train ticket booking to Pondicherry is easy.

Here are the top six reasons to visit Pondicherry in any season:

Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Founded by Sri Aurobindo Ghose in 1926, the ashram is the centre where he practised a simple lifestyle. This centre is dedicated to his vision. Visitors from diverse cultures love its soothing atmosphere.

Auroville

This unique township, situated in the Viluppuram district, was founded by Mirra Alfassa, a disciple of Sri Aurobindo. She sought to create a universal town. Today, it is home to people from 195 nationalities.

It is home to people looking for serenity and peace of mind. It is in the heart of town and is set amid lush greenery and forests. You can meditate, learn yoga and enjoy beauty treatments here.

Paradise Beach

Paradise Beach, Chunnambar, is Pondicherry’s No. 1 isolated beach. Locals call it ‘Plage Paradiso’ for its breathtakingly beautiful golden strands and crystal clear water.

Nature lovers love it, and so do bird watchers. You will love this beach if you love water sports like canoeing, swimming, kayaking, and jet skiing.

Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was built in 1908 using French design. It was declared a basilica in 2011. Its exteriors are decorated with beautiful stained-glass panels. Inside, the basilica has large glass paintings of the 28 saints and paintings from the life of Jesus Christ.

Arikamedu

Arikamedu is an Indo-Roman archaeological site situated on the River Ariyankuppam. At different times, the Cholas, Romans, and French lived here. It was a famous trade centre.

Seaside Promenade

The Seaside Promenade’s coastline is hidden by black rocks, better known as the Promenade Beach. Here, you can get some stunning photos of the Bay of Bengal.

The promenade is 1.5 km long and has cafes, the War Memorial, colonial buildings, and Dupleix Park on either side. People stroll on the beach, bask in the sun, or play volleyball. The serenity you experience here makes it a popular hang-out place.

The average travelling time from Chennai to Pondicherry is four hours. There are 11 major stations covered on this route. They include:

• Guduvancheri (GI)
• Potheri Halt (POTI)
• Maraimalai Nagar (MMNK)
• Singaperumal Koil (SKL)
• Paranur (PWU)
• Mailam (MTL)
• Vikravandi (VVN)
• Mundiyampakkam (MYP)
• Valavanur (VRA)
• C Babu Samudram (CBU)
• Villianur (VI)

It’s always better to reach the railway station about 30 minutes early. If you travel from Chennai to Pondicherry by train, you will board Egmore Railway Station.

Chennai

The closest metro stations to Egmore Station are Egmore Metro, Nehru Park, and Puratchi Thalaivar Dr M.G. Ramachandran Central Metro. To reach Egmore Station, you can either use the Green Line or the Inter-Corridor.

If your train ticket is not confirmed, need not worry. Alternatively, you can travel by bus from Chennai to Pondicherry through redBus bus booking app. Book now!