Train
Flight
Sonarpur to Puducherry
Updated: 28 May 2026
The distance from Sonarpur to Puducherry is about 1700 km. Reach Howrah station to board trains to Chennai, then take a connecting train or bus to Puducherry. Alternatively, fly to Chennai (MAA) and take a taxi or bus to Puducherry. The journey takes around 30 hours by train.
Total Distance: 1700 km by road, 1400 km straight-line.
Fastest Way
Flight from Kolkata (CCU) to Chennai (MAA) then taxi to Puducherry in 3.5 hours.
Cheapest Way
Sleeper class train from Howrah to Chennai then bus to Puducherry for 1000 INR.
Compare Sonarpur to Puducherry Routes
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Connecting via Chennai
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Connecting via Chennai
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| Duration | 31 hours | 3 hours 30 mins |
| Avg Price | 1700-6000 INR | 5000-11000 INR |
| Operator | Coromandel Express + Connecting Train | IndiGo |
| Route | Howrah-Chennai-Puducherry | CCU to MAA then taxi to Puducherry |
| Tip | Book tickets early. | Book airport transfers. |
Travel Tips
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FoodTry the local French-influenced cuisine.
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TransportUse bicycles or scooters for city travel.
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WeatherIt gets hot in summer.
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LanguageTamil, French, and English are widely spoken.
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SafetyPuducherry is a safe city.
Safety Tips
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WaterDrink only bottled water.
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TaxisUse app-based cabs.
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EmergencyDial 100 for police.
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CrowdsBe careful in crowded areas.
People Also Ask
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Which train is best?Connecting trains via Chennai.
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How long is the flight?About 3.5 hours including transit.
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Is Puducherry safe?Yes, it is safe.
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What is the best time to visit?Winter months.
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Are there buses?Yes, from Chennai.
Quick Info
- From Sonarpur, West Bengal, India
- To Puducherry, Puducherry, India
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Modes
Best Time to Travel
October to March for pleasant weather.
Things to Do in Puducherry
1
Auroville
A unique experimental township.
2
Promenade Beach
A beautiful beach with a long walkway.
3
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
A peaceful spiritual center.
4
French Quarter
A historic area with French colonial architecture.
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