What is the cheapest way to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur?

The cheapest way to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur is to bus via Madurai which costs ₹330 - ₹1,500 and takes 11h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur?

The fastest way to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur is to drive which takes 6h 6m and costs ₹4,400 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kanyakumari and Thanjavur?

No, there is no direct bus from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur. However, there are services departing from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kanyakumari and Thanjavur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanyakumari and arriving at Thanjavur. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur?

The distance between Kanyakumari and Thanjavur is 451 km. The road distance is 395.9 km.

How do I travel from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur without a car?

The best way to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur without a car is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,100.

How long does it take to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur?

The train from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur takes 7h 40m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Kanyakumari to Thanjavur bus from?

Kanyakumari to Thanjavur bus services, operated by YKT Travels, depart from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Kanyakumari to Thanjavur train from?

Kanyakumari to Thanjavur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanyakumari station.

Train or bus from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur?

The best way to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Kanyakumari to Thanjavur bus arrive?

Kanyakumari to Thanjavur bus services, operated by YKT Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Kanyakumari to Thanjavur train arrive?

Kanyakumari to Thanjavur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thanjavur station.

Can I drive from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanyakumari to Thanjavur is 396 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur.

Where can I stay near Thanjavur?

There are 92+ hotels available in Thanjavur.

Kanyakumari to Thanjavur - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanyakumari to Thanjavurtrain 16367 / ...
7h 40m
₹270–2,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
8h 11m
Drive 395.9 km
1. Drive from Kanyakumari to Thanjavurcar 395.9 km
6h 6m
₹4,471–6,458
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kanyakumari to Thanjavurtaxi 395.9 km
6h 6m
₹8,500–11,000
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Kanyakumari to Maduraibus
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Thanjavurbus
11h 10m
₹333–1,456

Kanyakumari to Thanjavur by train

2Weekly Trains

7h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 450.7 km
Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Kanyakumari, India and Thanjavur, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanyakumari to Thanjavur twice a week. Tickets cost ₹270–2,100 and the journey takes 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 8h 11m.

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