Madurai to Pondicherry Trains

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Madurai to Pondicherry Train Overview

Are you looking for Madurai to Pondicherry trains? You must check out some important train-related information for your desired route. Find out the ticket price, distance, duration and other key details of trains running from Madurai to Pondicherry. 

Madurai to Pondicherry Distance 

347 kms

Madurai to Pondicherry Duration

05h 34m

Total number of trains running from Madurai to Pondicherry 

42

Number of trains running daily from Madurai to Pondicherry 

13

Number of trains running weekly from Madurai to Pondicherry 

16 

Fastest train from Madurai to Pondicherry 

MS VANDE BHARAT (20666)

Cheapest train from Madurai to Pondicherry 

16128 (GUV CHENNAI EXP)

Departure timing of the first train from Madurai

00:15

Departure timing of the last train from Madurai

23:15

First train from Madurai to Pondicherry

TCN MS SF EXP,(20606)

Last train from Madurai to Pondicherry 

PEARL CITY EXP (12694)

Number of Major railway stations in Madurai

2

Number of Major railway stations in Pondicherry 

Weekly Trains from Madurai to Pondicherry

There are 16 trains running weekly from Madurai to Pondicherry. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Madurai to Pondicherry.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
NCJ MS SF EXP (12668)21:0001:5004 hrs 50 mins₹255
KASHI TAMIL EXP (16367)00:5506:1305 hrs 18 mins₹230
MDU LTT SF EXP (22102)16:0020:4004 hrs 40 mins₹255
CAPE CHZ SPL (07229)09:0515:5306 hrs 48 mins-
CAPE HWH SF EXP (12666)09:4016:1006 hrs 30 mins₹275
CAPE PDY EXP (16862)17:3004:2510 hrs 55 mins₹295
FZR HUMSAFAR (20497)00:2005:4005 hrs 20 mins₹280
RMM BBS SF EXP (20850)11:3517:4306 hrs 08 mins-
RMM BSBS SF EXP (22535)01:5008:5707 hrs 07 mins-
RMM AYC SF EXP (22613)01:5008:5907 hrs 09 mins-
ANUVRAT SF EXP (22631)12:0516:5504 hrs 50 mins₹645
TVCN TBM AC SPL (06036)00:3005:0504 hrs 35 mins-
NCJ TBM SF SPL (06012)02:5507:4504 hrs 50 mins₹415
MDU BGKT SF SPL (06067)10:4516:1005 hrs 25 mins₹1040
NCJ KCG SPL (07436)04:2010:2506 hrs 05 mins₹385
PTJ TBM SPL (06186)03:3008:5305 hrs 23 mins₹385

Daily Trains from Madurai to Pondicherry

There are 13 trains running daily from Madurai to Pondicherry. Below is a list of trains running daily from Madurai to Pondicherry.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
NELLAI SF EXP (12632)22:5503:5004 hrs 55 mins₹255
KANYAKUMARI EXP (12634)22:1503:2505 hrs 10 mins₹255
VAIGAI SF EXP (12636)06:4511:2004 hrs 35 mins₹150
PANDIAN SF EXP (12638)21:2002:2505 hrs 05 mins₹255
POTHIGAI SF EXP (12662)21:5503:0005 hrs 05 mins₹255
PEARL CITY EXP (12694)23:1504:3005 hrs 15 mins₹255
QLN MS EXPRESS (16102)18:3500:1005 hrs 35 mins₹225
RMM TBM EXP (16104)18:1523:2305 hrs 08 mins₹210
GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128)11:2017:1005 hrs 50 mins₹135
RMM MS EXPRESS (16752)19:5502:2506 hrs 30 mins₹220
TCN MS SF EXP (20606)00:1505:4305 hrs 28 mins₹260
ANANTAPURI EXP (20636)21:3502:4805 hrs 13 mins₹255
RMM MS SF EXP (22662)23:0404:0304 hrs 59 mins₹240

Madurai to Pondicherry Train Timings

The first train running from Madurai to Pondicherry is at 00:15, while the last train is at 23:15. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Madurai to Pondicherry route.

Madurai to Pondicherry Distance

The distance between Madurai and Pondicherry is about 347 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 05h 34m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Madurai to Pondicherry Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Madurai to Pondicherry is ₹135, while the maximum ticket price from Madurai to Pondicherry is ₹1485.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Madurai to Pondicherry Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Madurai to Pondicherry?

As per the new Tatkal booking rules, users must link their IRCTC account with their Aadhaar number to make successful booking.

How many days in advance can I book a train from Madurai to Pondicherry?

As per IRCTC rules, you can book train tickets 60 days in advance.

How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?

For any train ticket booking queries from Madurai to Pondicherry, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

What is the best way to travel to Pondicherry from Madurai?

Travelling by train is the most convenient option for passengers commuting frequently. You can book train tickets from Madurai to Pondicherry in your preferred travel class and enjoy your travel.

How many trains run from Madurai to Pondicherry?

There are 42 trains that run from Madurai to Pondicherry route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.

Which is the fastest train running from Madurai to Pondicherry?

MS VANDE BHARAT (20666) is the fastest among the Madurai to Pondicherry Trains. It departs from Madurai (MDU) at 07:55 and arrives at Villupuram (VM) at 11:46, covering the distance in just 03 hrs 51 mins.

What are the first and last train timings from Madurai to Pondicherry?

The first train departs from Madurai to Pondicherry is at 00:15 while, the last train depart at 23:15