There are 5 ways to get from Cuddalore to Kulithalai by train, bus, car, or taxi
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train
best- Take the train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Manaparaitrain 20691
5h 43m₹844–2,324Bus, train
cheapest- Take the bus from Cuddalore to Thanjavurbus
- Take the train from Thanjavur to Valyampattitrain 16847
8h 12m₹728–2,339Drive 248.6 km
- Drive from Cuddalore to Kulithalaicar 248.6 km
3h 46m₹2,836–4,097Taxi
- Take the taxi from Cuddalore to Kulithalaitaxi 248.6 km
3h 46m₹4,800–6,000Train via Mayiladuthurai
- Take the train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Mayiladuturai Jtrain 06017 / ...
- Take the train from Mayiladuturai J to Valyampattitrain 16847
5h 58m₹766–2,892
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Cuddalore to Kulithalai is to bus and train which costs ₹700 - ₹2,400 and takes 8h 12m.
The fastest way to get from Cuddalore to Kulithalai is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,100.
No, there is no direct train from Cuddalore to Kulithalai. However, there are services departing from Tiruppadirippuliyur and arriving at Manaparai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
The distance between Cuddalore and Kulithalai is 264 km. The road distance is 248.6 km.
The best way to get from Cuddalore to Kulithalai without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,400.
It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Cuddalore to Kulithalai, including transfers.
Cuddalore to Kulithalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tiruppadirippuliyur station.
Cuddalore to Kulithalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manaparai station.
Yes, the driving distance between Cuddalore to Kulithalai is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Cuddalore to Kulithalai.
What companies run services between Cuddalore, India and Kulithalai, India?
Indian Railways operates a train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Manaparai once daily. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 14m.
- Phone
- 14646
- [email protected]
- Website
- irctc.co.in
Train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Manaparai
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 14m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹190–1,500
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Sleeper Class
- ₹190–230
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹500–650
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹700–900
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,100–1,500
Train from Thanjavur to Valyampatti
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 43m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹140–1,100
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Sleeper Class
- ₹140–170
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹400–500
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹500–700
- First Class (1A)
- ₹850–1,100
Train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Mayiladuturai J
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 51m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹130–1,100
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Sleeper Class
- ₹130–160
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹380–470
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹500–650
- First Class (1A)
- ₹800–1,100
Train from Mayiladuturai J to Valyampatti
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 49m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹170–1,300
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Sleeper Class
- ₹170–200
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹460–600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹600–800
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,000–1,300
- Phone
- 9513948001
- [email protected]
- Website
- TNSTC
Bus from Cuddalore to Thanjavur
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹120–700
- Website
- TNSTC
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 46m
- Estimated price
- ₹4,800–6,000
Devaki Travels
- Phone
- +91 413 225 7199
- Website
- devakitravels.com
Golden Tours And Travels
- Phone
- +91 97 91 94 44 22
- Website
- goldentoursandtravels.com
Royal Travels Cabs
- Phone
- +91 22 33 55 33 55
- Website
- royaltravelscabs.com
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including What are the different types of Renfe trains in Spain?, Which side of Niagara Falls should I choose (and how do I get there)?, and Which London airport should I choose? - to help you get the most out of your next trip.









