How is the road trip from Chennai to Pondicherry?
The picturesque East Coast Road along the Bay of Bengal coastline is the most popular route when driving from Chennai to Pondicherry. The distance is approximately 160km and you can cover the trip comfortably in 3.5 hours. Get amazing views of the water and sun reflected in it, as you drive along this route.
How can I spend 2 days in Pondicherry?
Take a look at the places to visit in Pondicherry in 2 days.
- Promenade. The promenade is a long, clean road alongside the ocean, stretching for approximately 1.5 km.
- Old Lighthouse.
- Our Lady of Angels Church.
- Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
- White Town.
- Auroville.
- Serenity Beach.
How is the road from Bangalore to Pondicherry?
Road conditions are considered much better in the longer route of Bangalore– Hosur– Krishnagiri– Vellore– Arcot– Cheyyar– Vandavasi– Tindivanam- Pondicherry. Although the alternate route via NH 77 is approximately 50 KM shorter, the road conditions there are not great for driving pleasure.
Do I need Epass to travel from Chennai to Puducherry?
The Puducherry Government has withdrawn the need for an e-pass for interstate and intrastate travels. This means you no longer need approval or permission to travel to and from Pondicherry. The union territory had first introduced the e-pass system on March 31 in wake of the rising coronavirus cases in the country.
What is the petrol price from Chennai to Pondicherry?
Fuel costs
| Fuel grade | Avg Price | Trip Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | $5.39 | $20.49 |
| Mid-Grade | $5.55 | $21.10 |
| Premium | $5.71 | $21.71 |
| Diesel | $5.87 | $22.31 |
Is Puducherry Tourism Open?
Tourists can now head to Puducherry as the government has decided to reopen with 50 percent capacity. The destination has already opened up its tourist destinations from July 16 onwards as the infection rate has started to come down.
Which route is best for Pondicherry?
Here are the 3 best routes, which can be explored for a Bangalore to Pondicherry road trip:
- Route 1: Bangalore → Hosur → Krishnagiri → Chengam → Tiruvannamalai → Tindivanam → Pondicherry.
- • Chandira Choodeswarar Temple:
- • Krishnagiri Dam:
- • Krishnagiri Fort:
- • Sri Ramana Ashram:
- • Arunachaleshwara Temple:
- •
- Route 2: