Pondicherry to Chennai Trains

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Pondicherry to Chennai Train Information

Distance
163 kms
Duration
03h 00m
Trains During Day
15
Trains At Night
22

Online Train Ticket Booking from Pondicherry to Chennai

Looking to book Pondicherry to Chennai trains? Booking a train ticket from Pondicherry to Chennai is now easier than ever on redRail. Whether you want to check the timetable for Pondicherry to Chennai trains or find the train seat availability from Pondicherry to Chennai, redRail is one-stop for all train enquiries. Pondicherry to Chennai are two of the popular cities in India, and trains are considered as one of the most efficient and convenient ways to travel between these cities.

To book a train from Pondicherry to Chennai, all you need to do is to enter your travel details on the top of the page, choose from the list of trains available, check out the desired train seat availability, and proceed to train ticket booking by entering your details and paying the cost. You can then receive the confirmed tickets shortly. The easy-to-understand and adaptable interface, easy railway ticket booking process, and affordable train fare make redRail a great choice for those looking to book a Pondicherry to Chennai train.

There are 37 trains running from Pondicherry to Chennai covering an approximate distance of 163 kms. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly. A large number of travelers choose to reach Chennai from Pondicherry by train. The first train from Pondicherry to Chennai is QLN MS EXPRESS (16102), departing at 00:10 from Villupuram Junctio (VM). MDU LTT EXPRESS (22102) is the fastest among the Pondicherry to Chennai Trains. It departs from Villupuram Junctio (VM) at 20:45 and arrives at Chengalpattu Junct (CGL) at 22:05, covering the distance in just 1 hrs 20 mins. The last train from Pondicherry to Chennai is MDU LTT EXPRESS (22102), departing at 20:45 from Villupuram Junctio (VM). You can get detailed information about Pondicherry to Chennai train timetable, availability, fare, running status, coach position, and PNR on redRail.

Weekly Trains from Pondicherry to Chennai

RMD SC SPECIAL (07696) departs every Friday from Pondicherry at 17:20 and arrives at Chennai at 22:10, covering the entire distance in 4 hrs 30 mins.

MDU LTT EXPRESS (22102) departs every Friday from Pondicherry at 20:45 and arrives at Chennai at 22:05, covering the entire distance in 1 hrs 20 mins.

PDY BBS EXPRESS (12897) departs every Wednesday from Pondicherry at 18:45 and arrives at Chennai at 22:10, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 5 mins.

MQ BGKT EXPRESS (22674) departs every Monday from Pondicherry at 15:55 and arrives at Chennai at 19:50, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 40 mins.

RMM BBS EXPRESS (20895) departs every Sunday from Pondicherry at 17:20 and arrives at Chennai at 22:10, covering the entire distance in 4 hrs 35 mins.

KIK LTT EXPRESS (11018) departs every Monday from Pondicherry at 17:20 and arrives at Chennai at 22:10, covering the entire distance in 4 hrs 30 mins.

RMM BSBS EXP (22535) departs every Thursday from Pondicherry at 09:15 and arrives at Chennai at 13:10, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 35 mins.

TN CSMT SPL (01144) departs every Sunday from Pondicherry at 12:40 and arrives at Chennai at 15:18, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 38 mins.

ANUVRAT EXPRESS (22631) departs every Thursday from Pondicherry at 17:00 and arrives at Chennai at 19:45, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 30 mins.

AJMER HUMSAFAR (20974) departs every Wednesday from Pondicherry at 05:45 and arrives at Chennai at 08:45, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 40 mins.

NCJ MS EXPRESS (12668) departs every Saturday from Pondicherry at 01:55 and arrives at Chennai at 04:35, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 40 mins.

CAPE HWH EXP (12666) departs every Saturday from Pondicherry at 16:15 and arrives at Chennai at 19:10, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 35 mins.

TN TBM SF SPL (06002) departs every Monday from Pondicherry at 06:35 and arrives at Chennai at 09:20, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 45 mins.

NCJ TBM SF SPL (06012) departs every Monday from Pondicherry at 01:55 and arrives at Chennai at 04:10, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 15 mins.

Daily Trains from Pondicherry to Chennai

PDY MS EXPRESS (16116) departs daily from Pondicherry at 05:35 and arrives at Chennai at 09:25, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 50 mins.

TCN CHENNAI EXP (16106) departs daily from Pondicherry at 06:15 and arrives at Chennai at 10:25, covering the entire distance in 4 hrs 10 mins.

RMM MS EXPRESS (16752) departs daily from Pondicherry at 02:10 and arrives at Chennai at 06:45, covering the entire distance in 4 hrs 35 mins.

ANANTAPURI EXP (16824) departs daily from Pondicherry at 04:35 and arrives at Chennai at 07:40, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 5 mins.

ROCKFORT EXP (12654) departs daily from Pondicherry at 01:25 and arrives at Chennai at 04:00, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 35 mins.

PEARL CITY EXP (12694) departs daily from Pondicherry at 04:15 and arrives at Chennai at 07:30, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 15 mins.

NELLAI EXPRESS (12632) departs daily from Pondicherry at 03:30 and arrives at Chennai at 06:35, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 5 mins.

PANDIAN EXP (12638) departs daily from Pondicherry at 02:30 and arrives at Chennai at 05:15, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 45 mins.

VAIGAI EXP (12636) departs daily from Pondicherry at 11:45 and arrives at Chennai at 14:25, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 40 mins.

MAQ CHENNAI EXP (16160) departs daily from Pondicherry at 00:50 and arrives at Chennai at 03:25, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 35 mins.

POTHIGAI EXPRES (12662) departs daily from Pondicherry at 02:55 and arrives at Chennai at 05:40, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 45 mins.

PALLAVAN EXP (12606) departs daily from Pondicherry at 09:30 and arrives at Chennai at 12:15, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 45 mins.

KIK MS EXPRESS (16176) departs daily from Pondicherry at 02:15 and arrives at Chennai at 05:05, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 50 mins.

RMM CHENNAI EXP (22662) departs daily from Pondicherry at 04:05 and arrives at Chennai at 07:10, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 5 mins.

GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128) departs daily from Pondicherry at 17:40 and arrives at Chennai at 20:35, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 55 mins.

QLN MS EXPRESS (16102) departs daily from Pondicherry at 00:10 and arrives at Chennai at 03:05, covering the entire distance in 2 hrs 55 mins.

KANYAKUMARI EXP (12634) departs daily from Pondicherry at 03:05 and arrives at Chennai at 06:10, covering the entire distance in 3 hrs 5 mins.

Pondicherry to Chennai Train Ticket Price

If you are looking for affordable train tickets to travel from Pondicherry to Chennai, redRail is the best place to be. You can find numerous train tickets to choose from to suit your budget. The Pondicherry to Chennai train ticket price varies based on the journey date, the type of coach, and your preference. Passengers can travel from Pondicherry to Chennai on a desired date at a cost ranging from just ₹95 to ₹1175. The Cheapest price for the journey is ₹95.
Here are the cheapest train ticket prices from Pondicherry to Chennai for all classes:
ClassMinimum Price
2S₹95
1A₹1175
2A₹710
3A₹505
SL₹160
CC₹345
3E₹555

Pondicherry to Chennai Train Timings

One can find a large number of trains running from Pondicherry to Chennai. Hence, travelers need not worry about the train seat availability on the Pondicherry to Chennai route. The total time taken by different trains running from Pondicherry to Chennai can be different and passengers can choose the train based on their suitability. Boarding a train from Pondicherry is extremely comfortable with the presence of various stations.

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FAQs

How many trains run from Pondicherry to Chennai?
There are 37 trains that run from Pondicherry to Chennai route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance. You can find the list of available trains when you enter the travel date while looking to book a train from Pondicherry to Chennai.
How can I book a train from Pondicherry to Chennai?
You can make an online train ticket booking from Pondicherry to Chennai by entering the travel details like source, destination, and date of travel. From the list of available trains on the mentioned date, you can choose the most suitable one and check the seat availability. After this, you can continue to pay and wait to receive your train booking confirmation.
How many days in advance can I make a railway reservation?
Advance railway reservation generally opens 120 days before the date of journey. This excludes the date of the journey. So, you can start checking the seat availability during the period of 120 days and make a booking in advance.
What is the maximum number of passengers I can reserve the seats for in a single train ticket booking from Pondicherry to Chennai?
A maximum of 6 seats can be booked in a single train ticket booking. Also, 2 children who are below 5 years of age are allowed with the ticket, but tickets will not be generated for them. Therefore, if you are booking a Tatkal ticket from Pondicherry to Chennai, you can reserve seats for a maximum of 4 passengers.
Which documents are required for online railway reservation from Pondicherry to Chennai?
When making a railway ticket booking, you do not require any special travel documents and only need to fill up the details required. However, during the train journey, you will need to carry valid ID proof such as Aadhar, Voter ID, Driving License, Pan Card, Passport etc..
How many railway stations are there in Pondicherry?
There are 1 stations in Pondicherry.
How many railway stations are there in Chennai?
There are 16 stations in Chennai.
How to get the cheapest train tickets from Pondicherry to Chennai?
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