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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Karungal is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹3,500 and takes 13h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Karungal is to fly and line 06427 train which takes 6h 7m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Karungal?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Karungal. However, there are services departing from Payaigada and arriving at Marthandam via Koyambedu-Cmbt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Karungal?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Karungal. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Eraniel via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Karungal?

The distance between Chennai and Karungal is 685 km. The road distance is 708 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Karungal without a car is to train which takes 13h 15m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Chennai to Karungal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Karungal bus from?

Chennai to Karungal bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Koyambedu-Cmbt station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Karungal train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Karungal?

The best way to get from Chennai to Karungal is to train which takes 13h 15m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,500 and takes 13h 57m.

Where does the Chennai to Karungal bus arrive?

Chennai to Karungal bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Marthandam station.

Where does the Chennai to Karungal train arrive?

Chennai to Karungal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Eraniel station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Karungal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Karungal is 708 km. It takes approximately 10h 35m to drive from Chennai to Karungal.

Where can I stay near Karungal?

There are 142+ hotels available in Karungal.

Chennai to Karungal - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 06427 train

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

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Fly to Trivandrum, line 06427 train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kulitthuraitrain
6h 7m
₹6,184–11,992
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Eranieltrain 16127 / ...
13h 15m
₹801–3,412
Bus
1. Take the bus from Koyambedu-Cmbt to Marthandambus
13h 57m
₹1,338–3,487
Drive 708 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Karungalcar 708 km
10h 35m
₹7,981–11,528
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the bus from Tuticorin to Nagercoil Omni Bus Standbus
6h 32m
₹8,963–20,472
Bus via Azhagiyamandapam
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu to Azhagiyamandapambus
14h 22m
₹1,298–3,796

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

22Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

₹5,902Cheapest Price

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Distance: 684.9 km
Duration: 6h 7m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Eraniel twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 5m. Alternatively, Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Koyambedu-Cmbt to Marthandam once daily. Tickets cost ₹950–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 10m.

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