What is the cheapest way to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni?

The cheapest way to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni is to bus via Nagore which costs ₹600 - ₹1,400 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni?

The fastest way to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,700.

Is there a direct bus between Karapakkam and Velankanni?

No, there is no direct bus from Karapakkam to Velankanni. However, there are services departing from Karapakkam and arriving at Nagore via Kottivakkam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Karapakkam and Velankanni?

No, there is no direct train from Karapakkam to Velankanni. However, there are services departing from Tambaram and arriving at Vellankanni via Nagappattinam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Karapakkam to Velankanni?

The distance between Karapakkam and Velankanni is 315 km. The road distance is 286.8 km.

How do I travel from Karapakkam to Velankanni without a car?

The best way to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni without a car is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,400.

How long does it take to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karapakkam to Velankanni bus from?

Karapakkam to Velankanni bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Kottivakkam station.

Where do I catch the Karapakkam to Velankanni train from?

Karapakkam to Velankanni train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from Karapakkam to Velankanni?

The best way to get from Karapakkam to Velankanni is to bus via Nagore which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹850 - ₹3,200 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Karapakkam to Velankanni bus arrive?

Karapakkam to Velankanni bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Nagore station.

Where does the Karapakkam to Velankanni train arrive?

Karapakkam to Velankanni train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Nagappattinam station.

Can I drive from Karapakkam to Velankanni?

Yes, the driving distance between Karapakkam to Velankanni is 287 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Karapakkam to Velankanni.

Where can I stay near Velankanni?

There are 44+ hotels available in Velankanni.

Karapakkam to Velankanni - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus via Nagore
best
1. Take the bus from Kottivakkam to Nagorebus
4h 59m
₹600–1,310
Train
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Nagappattinamtrain 16175 / ...
7h 49m
₹850–3,164
Drive 286.8 km
1. Drive from Karapakkam to Velankannicar 286.8 km
4h 42m
₹3,225–4,658
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karapakkam to Velankannitaxi 286.8 km
4h 42m
₹6,000–8,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
9h 30m
Bus via Chennai, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu
10h 39m

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Distance: 315 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Karapakkam, India and Velankanni, India?

SETC operates a bus from Kottivakkam to Nagore hourly. Tickets cost ₹220–800 and the journey takes 3h 22m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Nagappattinam once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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