From Chennai, buses to Puducherry (Pondicherry) are frequent and cheap. From there one can reach Auroville by bus or autorikshaw. A taxi pick up from Chennai Airport can be arranged either by you (see www.aurovilletransport.com) or by our guest-house will host you upon your request. Please avoid cross bookings. Cost: around Rs. 1800 from Chennai Airport to Auroville.