Kolkata to Puducherry Distance
The road distance between Kolkata and Puducherry is approximately 1800+ km, and the drive usually takes around 46 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Puducherry, with a total travel time of approximately 6 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.
Via Chennai
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FASTEST
Kolkata
Chennai
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
6h 18m
₹6,047
Onwards
Via Bhubaneshwar, Chennai
CHEAPEST
Kolkata
Bhubaneshwar
Chennai
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
1d 5h 53m
₹945
Onwards
Kolkata
Bhubaneshwar
Chennai
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
1d 6h 53m
₹1,340
Onwards
Via Balasore
Kolkata
Balasore
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
1d 10h 11m
₹5,646
Onwards
Direct Options
Kolkata
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
1d 21h 58m
₹46,814
Onwards
Via Chennai, Pondicherry
Kolkata
Chennai
Pondicherry
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
7h 23m
₹6,097
Onwards
Via Chennai, Tindivanam
Kolkata
Chennai
Tindivanam
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
7h 55m
₹6,082
Onwards
Via Chennai, Viluppuram
Kolkata
Chennai
Viluppuram
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
7h 58m
₹6,087
Onwards
Via Bangalore, Pondicherry
Kolkata
Bangalore
Pondicherry
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
7h 20m
₹10,837
Onwards
Via Ranchi, Chennai
Kolkata
Ranchi
Chennai
Pondicherry
Approx Travel Time
8h 33m
₹11,344
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Kolkata and Puducherry?
The distance between Kolkata and Puducherry is approximately 1800+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Kolkata and Puducherry?
The straight-line distance is approximately 1500+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Kolkata to Puducherry by road?
It takes around 46 hours by road.
What is the distance from Kolkata to Puducherry via Chennai?
Via Chennai, the distance is approximately 1500+ km, taking around 6 hours.
Does the distance from Kolkata to Puducherry change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 1800+ km via the direct route to 1500+ km via Chennai, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Kolkata and Puducherry vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Kolkata and Puducherry?
The driving distance is 1800+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 1500+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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