What is the cheapest way to get from Coonoor to Karaikal?

The cheapest way to get from Coonoor to Karaikal is to train via Erode which costs ₹470 - ₹3,800 and takes 13h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coonoor to Karaikal?

The fastest way to get from Coonoor to Karaikal is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Coonoor and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Coonoor to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Velankkani and arriving at Nagore via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Coonoor and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Coonoor to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Metupalaiyam and arriving at Karaikal via Coimbatore Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Coonoor to Karaikal?

The distance between Coonoor and Karaikal is 406 km. The road distance is 388 km.

How do I travel from Coonoor to Karaikal without a car?

The best way to get from Coonoor to Karaikal without a car is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,400.

How long does it take to get from Coonoor to Karaikal?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Coonoor to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coonoor to Karaikal bus from?

Coonoor to Karaikal bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Velankkani station.

Where do I catch the Coonoor to Karaikal train from?

Coonoor to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Coimbatore Jn station.

Train or bus from Coonoor to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Coonoor to Karaikal is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,000 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Coonoor to Karaikal bus arrive?

Coonoor to Karaikal bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Nagore station.

Where does the Coonoor to Karaikal train arrive?

Coonoor to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Karaikal station.

Can I drive from Coonoor to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Coonoor to Karaikal is 388 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Coonoor to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 62+ hotels available in Karaikal.

Coonoor to Karaikal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Coonoor to Karaikal by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Velankkani to Nagorebus
5h 29m
₹1,549–2,343
Train via Erode
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metupalaiyam to Erode Jntrain 12672
2. Take the train from Erode Jn to Karaikaltrain 16188
13h 35m
₹476–3,793
Train
1. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Karaikaltrain 16188
11h 5m
₹1,268–3,923
Drive 388 km
1. Drive from Coonoor to Karaikalcar 388 km
6h 23m
₹4,362–6,301
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Coonoor to Karaikaltaxi 388 km
6h 23m
₹9,500–12,000
Taxi, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Coonoor to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)taxi
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane CJB - TRZ
3. Take the train from Ponmlai Gld Rck to Tirumalairayan Pattinam Htrain
9h 45m
₹12,453–16,978

Coonoor to Karaikal by train

7Weekly Trains

13h 35mAverage Duration

₹476Cheapest Price

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Distance: 406.3 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Coonoor, India and Karaikal, India?

SETC operates a bus from Velankkani to Nagore hourly. Tickets cost ₹290–850 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Coimbatore Jn to Karaikal once daily. Tickets cost ₹240–1,900 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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