🚆 Chennai to Puducherry One Day Trip
Historic town vibes, coastal views & French charm – all in one day!
📍 Where's Puducherry?
Experience French architecture, serene beaches, and divine temples in Puducherry, a coastal gem just hours from Chennai!
🛤️ Outbound Journey – Chennai to Puducherry
Train No. 66051 – MEMU Express
- Departure: 06:35 AM from Chennai Egmore
- Arrival: 10:40 AM at Puducherry
- Fare: ₹45 (Unreserved)
- Stops: Mambalam, Guindy, Tambaram, Guduvancheri, Singaperumal Koil, Chengalpattu, Madurantakam, Melmaruvattur, Tindivanam, Mailam, Vikravandi, Mundiyampakkam, Villupuram, Valavanur, C Babusamudram, Villianur, Puducherry
🌴 Explore Puducherry – 10:40 AM to 3:40 PM
📸 Must-Visit Spots
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Promenade Beach Walk
- French Quarter (White Town)
- Manakula Vinayagar Temple
- Sacred Heart Basilica
🍽️ Lunch Break Spots
- Café des Arts – Vintage charm & crepes
- Villa Shanti – Classy Indian-French fare
- Le Dupleix – Fine dine in heritage setting
- Baker Street – Pastries, tarts & baguettes
Meal Cost: ₹250–₹400 (per person)
🚆 Return Journey – Puducherry to Chennai
Train No. 66052 – MEMU Express
- Departure: 04:00 PM from Puducherry
- Arrival: 08:35 PM at Chennai Egmore
- Duration: 4 hrs 35 mins
- Stops: Same as onward journey
📝 Quick Itinerary Recap
| ⏰ Time | 📌 Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:35 AM | Board train from Chennai Egmore (66051) |
| 10:40 AM | Arrive in Puducherry |
| 10:40 AM – 03:40 PM | Explore, Eat, and Relax in Puducherry |
| 04:00 PM | Return train from Puducherry (66052) |
| 08:35 PM | Arrive back at Chennai Egmore |
🎒 Travel Tips
- TipCarry a scarf or hat – Puducherry can get sunny
- TipKeep hydrated – carry a reusable water bottle
- TipUse Google Maps offline mode in case of weak signal
- TipPlan meals early to avoid waiting during lunch hours
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