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

The cheapest way to get from Karaikal to Poompuhar is to bus which costs ₹550 - ₹1,300 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karaikal to Poompuhar is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,700.

Is there a direct bus between Karaikal and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaikal to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Nagore and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Kolathur via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Karaikal and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct train from Karaikal to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Karaikal and arriving at Villivakkam via Tambaram and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Karaikal to Poompuhar?

The distance between Karaikal and Poompuhar is 325 km. The road distance is 288.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Karaikal to Poompuhar without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Karaikal to Poompuhar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Poompuhar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Poompuhar train from?

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

Train or bus from Karaikal to Poompuhar?

The best way to get from Karaikal to Poompuhar is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹430 - ₹3,400 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Karaikal to Poompuhar bus arrive?

Karaikal to Poompuhar bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus station.

Where does the Karaikal to Poompuhar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karaikal to Poompuhar?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaikal to Poompuhar is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Karaikal to Poompuhar.

Where can I stay near Poompuhar?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Poompuhar.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nagore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminusbus
5h 9m
₹572–1,277
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Karaikal to Tambaramtrain 16176 / ...
6h 48m
₹435–3,378
Drive 288.3 km
1. Drive from Karaikal to Poompuharcar 288.3 km
4h 28m
₹3,257–4,705
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karaikal to Poompuhartaxi 288.3 km
4h 28m
₹6,000–8,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Karaikal to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRZ - MAA
6h 42m
₹6,300–9,719
Bus via M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal
1. Take the bus from Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 46m

Karaikal to Poompuhar by train

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6h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.9 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

SETC operates a bus from Nagore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus hourly. Tickets cost ₹240–800 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Karaikal to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 28m.

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