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

The cheapest way to get from Karaikal to Mamallapuram is to bus which costs ₹490 - ₹1,200 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karaikal to Mamallapuram is to bus which takes 2h 59m and costs ₹490 - ₹1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Karaikal and Mamallapuram?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaikal to Mamallapuram. However, there are services departing from Nagore and arriving at Mahabalipuram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Karaikal and Mamallapuram?

No, there is no direct train from Karaikal to Mamallapuram. However, there are services departing from Karaikal and arriving at Chengalpattu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Karaikal to Mamallapuram?

The distance between Karaikal and Mamallapuram is 251 km. The road distance is 225.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Karaikal to Mamallapuram without a car is to bus which takes 2h 59m and costs ₹490 - ₹1,200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Karaikal to Mamallapuram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Mamallapuram bus from?

Karaikal to Mamallapuram bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Nagore station.

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Mamallapuram train from?

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

Train or bus from Karaikal to Mamallapuram?

The best way to get from Karaikal to Mamallapuram is to bus which takes 2h 59m and costs ₹490 - ₹1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,800 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Karaikal to Mamallapuram bus arrive?

Karaikal to Mamallapuram bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Mahabalipuram station.

Where does the Karaikal to Mamallapuram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karaikal to Mamallapuram?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaikal to Mamallapuram is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Karaikal to Mamallapuram.

Where can I stay near Mamallapuram?

There are 227+ hotels available in Mamallapuram.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Nagore to Mahabalipurambus
2h 59m
₹492–1,107
Train
1. Take the train from Karaikal to Chengalpattutrain 16176 / ...
6h 40m
₹1,120–2,765
Drive 225.8 km
1. Drive from Karaikal to Mamallapuramcar 225.8 km
3h 41m
₹2,544–3,674
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karaikal to Mamallapuramtaxi 225.8 km
3h 41m
₹3,500–4,300

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Distance: 250.9 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

SETC operates a bus from Nagore to Mahabalipuram hourly. Tickets cost ₹190–750 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Karaikal to Chengalpattu once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 13m.

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