Where groups travel from Pondicherry
| Destination | Distance | Driving time | Good to know | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pondicherry to Chennai | about 170 km | about 3.5 hours | Take the East Coast Road for a scenic drive or the highway through Tindivanam for speed. | Get a price |
| Pondicherry to Chennai Airport | about 155 km | about 3 hours | Leave extra time for traffic near Chennai. | Get a price |
| Pondicherry to Mahabalipuram | about 110 km | about 2 hours | A popular stop on the coast; weekends are busy. | Get a price |
| Pondicherry to Chidambaram | about 75 km | about 1.5 hours | The Nataraja temple closes in the afternoon, so an early start helps. | Get a price |
| Pondicherry to Tiruvannamalai | about 105 km | about 2 hours | Roads are very busy on full moon days. | Get a price |
| Pondicherry to Thanjavur | about 185 km | about 3.5 hours | A long run through Chidambaram and Kumbakonam. | Get a price |
| Pondicherry to Trichy | about 220 km | about 4.5 hours | A highway run often used for flights from Trichy airport. | Get a price |
Distances and times are approximate and depend on the road and the traffic. The fare is not listed here: it is calculated live when you search, so it is always the current one.
Choose the size for your group
12 to 17 seats
Tempo traveller for families, small offices and short tours.
21 to 26 seats
Mini bus for wedding guests and college groups.
35 to 45 seats
Tourist coach for larger groups and long journeys.
AC or non-AC
Filter by AC and see the amenities each operator lists.
Bus hire for groups in Pondicherry
Wedding and function
Bring guests to the venue and back with one booking.
School and college tours
A bus for the whole group, with the days and places written down.
Pilgrim groups
Temple and church tours that cover several towns.
Corporate outings
Office trips and team days out.
See before you ask
Photos, seats, amenities and the operator terms are on each bus page where the operator has added them.
Ask for a price
Send the trip details and the operator replies with a price.
Serving the whole city, including Puducherry Airport (PNY); Puducherry Railway Station; Puducherry New Bus Stand bus stands.
When groups hire a bus in Pondicherry
- Tempo traveller on rent for family and friend groups on weekends
- Tourist bus for college tours from Chennai and Bangalore
- Wedding groups travelling to nearby towns in Tamil Nadu
- Office outings to Auroville and the beaches
Places people go from Pondicherry
- Promenade Beach
- Auroville and Matrimandir
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Paradise Beach
- Manakula Vinayagar Temple
- French Quarter (White Town)
- Serenity Beach
- Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Why book with Oray in Pondicherry
Fares shown first
Charges for the trip are listed on the fare screen before you pay, and the cancellation policy is shown at booking.
Checked drivers
A driver is approved only after Oray has checked the licence, the vehicle papers and the insurance.
Track and share
Follow the trip live in the app and share it with family.
Pay your way
Pay in full, pay 25% now, or pay later, depending on the trip.
Help any hour
Booking and support run 24x7.
How it works
- Enter the places, dates and number of people
- See buses with seats, photos and amenities
- Ask for a price or book where the price is shown
- The operator confirms your trip
Questions about bus hire in Pondicherry
Can I hire a tempo traveller in Pondicherry for a group weekend?
Yes. Search with your dates and group size to see buses available.
Do tourist buses go to Auroville?
Yes. Share the group size and pickup point when you search.
What is price on request?
It means the operator will quote for your trip. Send your details to get a price.
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Planning a group trip from Pondicherry?
Send the trip details and the operator replies with a price.