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

The cheapest way to get from Karaikal to Sholinghur is to bus which costs ₹850 - ₹2,700 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karaikal to Sholinghur is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,700.

Is there a direct bus between Karaikal and Sholinghur?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaikal to Sholinghur. However, there are services departing from Nagore and arriving at Sholinghur via Chennai Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Karaikal and Sholinghur?

No, there is no direct train from Karaikal to Sholinghur. However, there are services departing from Karaikal and arriving at Sholinghur via Arakkonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

How far is it from Karaikal to Sholinghur?

The distance between Karaikal and Sholinghur is 417 km. The road distance is 286.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Karaikal to Sholinghur without a car is to bus which takes 7h 31m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,700.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Karaikal to Sholinghur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Sholinghur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karaikal to Sholinghur train from?

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

Train or bus from Karaikal to Sholinghur?

The best way to get from Karaikal to Sholinghur is to bus which takes 7h 31m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,900 and takes 11h 11m.

Where does the Karaikal to Sholinghur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karaikal to Sholinghur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karaikal to Sholinghur?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaikal to Sholinghur is 286 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Karaikal to Sholinghur.

Where can I stay near Sholinghur?

There are four+ hotels available in Sholinghur.

Karaikal to Sholinghur - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nagore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Chennai Koyambedu to Sholinghurbus
7h 31m
₹892–2,657
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Karaikal to Tambaramtrain 16176 / ...
2. Take the bus from Poonamallee to Sholinghurbus
11h 35m
₹572–3,306
Train
1. Take the train from Karaikal to Arakkonamtrain 11018
11h 11m
₹1,127–3,814
Drive 286.1 km
1. Drive from Karaikal to Sholinghurcar 286.1 km
4h 30m
₹3,218–4,648
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karaikal to Sholinghurtaxi 286.1 km
4h 30m
₹7,000–8,500

Karaikal to Sholinghur by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 35mAverage Duration

₹572Cheapest Price

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Distance: 417.5 km
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a vehicle from Karaikal to Sholinghur via Nagore, Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus, and Chennai Koyambedu in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Karaikal to Arakkonam once a week. Tickets cost ₹260–2,100 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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