What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to Karakulam?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Karakulam is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹3,500 and takes 13h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Karakulam?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Karakulam is to subway and fly which takes 2h 57m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Karakulam?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Karakulam. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Karakulam?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Karakulam. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Chennai to Karakulam?

The distance between Chennai and Karakulam is 639 km. The road distance is 708.1 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to Karakulam without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to Karakulam without a car is to train which takes 13h 40m and costs ₹700 - ₹3,500.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Karakulam?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Chennai to Karakulam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Karakulam bus from?

Chennai to Karakulam bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Karakulam train from?

Chennai to Karakulam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Karakulam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Karakulam is to train which takes 13h 40m and costs ₹700 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,400 and takes 14h 3m.

Where does the Chennai to Karakulam bus arrive?

Chennai to Karakulam bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram station.

Where does the Chennai to Karakulam train arrive?

Chennai to Karakulam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Karakulam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Karakulam is 708 km. It takes approximately 10h 44m to drive from Chennai to Karakulam.

Where can I stay near Karakulam?

There are 806+ hotels available in Karakulam.

Chennai to Karakulam - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Karakulam by subway, plane, train, bus, or car

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Subway, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Cmbt to Airportsubway
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2h 57m
₹6,500–12,638
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 20635 / ...
13h 40m
₹740–3,418
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapurambus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
14h 3m
₹1,295–3,317
Drive 708.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Karakulamcar 708.1 km
10h 44m
₹6,882–9,940
Bus via Thiruvananthapuram Techno Park
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram Techno Parkbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
15h 42m
Train via Perambur
1. Take the train from Perambur to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 22642
17h
₹779–3,709

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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Distance: 639 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Karakulam, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Central twice daily. Tickets cost ₹400–3,100 and the journey takes 13h 30m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram every 3 hours, and the journey takes 13h 55m. Seven other operators also service this route.

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