Pro Travel Tip: Chennai is the city formerly known as Madras, and Pondicherry is technically called Puducherry now. However, most locals still call the city Pondicherry, or Pondy, for short, so in this post, that’s what I’m sticking with!
Chennai to Pondicherry – The Basics For Your Road Trip

Pro Travel Tip: If you want to stay somewhere overnight on your road trip down to Pondicherry, I highly recommend the Intercontinental in Mahabalipuram. This beachfront resort is one of my husband’s and my favorite hotels in India. It also makes for a great weekend escape from Chennai in its own right.
Related: Read my full hotel review of the Intercontinental Mahabalipuram
Things to See on Your Road Trip From Chennai to Pondicherry

The One Place You Must Visit on Your Road Trip

Keep Driving! You’ve Almost Made it to Pondicherry!

The Matramandir at Auroville
Pro Travel Tip: If you only have time to make one stop on this trip, it should be Mahabalipuram.
Are you Ready to Take a Road Trip From Chennai to Pondicherry?

Having fun outside the Cafes des Arts in Pondicherry
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