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

The cheapest way to get from Karaikal to Kadayanallur is to train which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karaikal to Kadayanallur is to drive which takes 6h 29m and costs ₹4,400 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Karaikal and Kadayanallur?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaikal to Kadayanallur. However, there are services departing from Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kadayanallur via Madurai, Tamil Nadu and Rajapalayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Karaikal and Kadayanallur?

No, there is no direct train from Karaikal to Kadayanallur. However, there are services departing from Karaikal and arriving at Kadayanallur via Nagappattinam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Karaikal to Kadayanallur?

The distance between Karaikal and Kadayanallur is 425 km. The road distance is 397.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Karaikal to Kadayanallur without a car is to train which takes 9h 55m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from Karaikal to Kadayanallur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Kadayanallur bus from?

Karaikal to Kadayanallur bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, depart from Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Kadayanallur train from?

Karaikal to Kadayanallur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Nagappattinam station.

Train or bus from Karaikal to Kadayanallur?

The best way to get from Karaikal to Kadayanallur is to train which takes 9h 55m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 55m.

Where does the Karaikal to Kadayanallur bus arrive?

Karaikal to Kadayanallur bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Karaikal to Kadayanallur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karaikal to Kadayanallur?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaikal to Kadayanallur is 397 km. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Karaikal to Kadayanallur.

Where can I stay near Kadayanallur?

There are 53+ hotels available in Kadayanallur.

Karaikal to Kadayanallur - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Karaikal to Kadayanallur by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Nagappattinam to Kadayanallurtrain 16362
9h 55m
₹363–2,872
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Kadayanallurbus
11h 55m
Drive 397.2 km
1. Drive from Karaikal to Kadayanallurcar 397.2 km
6h 29m
₹4,468–6,454
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karaikal to Kadayanallurtaxi 397.2 km
6h 29m
₹8,500–11,000

Karaikal to Kadayanallur by train

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9h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 424.5 km
Duration: 9h 55m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Nagappattinam to Kadayanallur twice a week. Tickets cost ₹250–2,000 and the journey takes 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Karaikal to Kadayanallur via Nagappattinam, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, and Rajapalayam in around 11h 55m.

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