Authoor South is a popular pilgrimage destination visited by devotees year-round. With a regular schedule and multiple departure options, the bus service connecting Pondicherry to Authoor South offers pilgrims a convenient and reliable way to visit the temple town for darshan.
The Pondicherry to Authoor South bus route covers approximately 502 kms and takes about 10 hrs 1 mins. A total of 8 direct buses operated by 4 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 17:15, and the last bus leaves at 22:15.
Major boarding points in Pondicherry include Ariyankuppam, Avm College, Indira Gandhi Statue, Jipmer, Murungapakkam, New Bus Stand, Rajiv Gandhi Statue, while common drop locations in Authoor South are Authoor (Thiruchendhur), Authoor South, South Authoor.
RTC and private operators such as Raahath Transport offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 599 - INR 2518.00 depending on the bus type and features.



