What is the cheapest way to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi?

The cheapest way to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 10h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi?

The fastest way to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi is to drive which takes 5h 46m and costs ₹4,200 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Mettūr and Thoothukudi?

No, there is no direct bus from Mettūr to Thoothukudi. However, there are services departing from Mettur and arriving at Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu via Gandhipuram, Palani, Tamil Nadu and Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Mettūr and Thoothukudi?

No, there is no direct train from Mettūr to Thoothukudi. However, there are services departing from Metur Dam and arriving at Tuti Melur via Salem Jn and Dindigul Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Mettūr to Thoothukudi?

The distance between Mettūr and Thoothukudi is 421 km. The road distance is 379.7 km.

How do I travel from Mettūr to Thoothukudi without a car?

The best way to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi without a car is to train via Dindigul which takes 9h 34m and costs ₹460 - ₹3,800.

How long does it take to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi?

It takes approximately 9h 34m to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mettūr to Thoothukudi bus from?

Mettūr to Thoothukudi bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Mettur station.

Where do I catch the Mettūr to Thoothukudi train from?

Mettūr to Thoothukudi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Metur Dam station.

Train or bus from Mettūr to Thoothukudi?

The best way to get from Mettūr to Thoothukudi is to train via Dindigul which takes 9h 34m and costs ₹460 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 27m.

Where does the Mettūr to Thoothukudi bus arrive?

Mettūr to Thoothukudi bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Coimbatore - Gandhipuram SETC station.

Where does the Mettūr to Thoothukudi train arrive?

Mettūr to Thoothukudi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Jn station.

Can I drive from Mettūr to Thoothukudi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mettūr to Thoothukudi is 380 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Mettūr to Thoothukudi.

Where can I stay near Thoothukudi?

There are 24+ hotels available in Thoothukudi.

Mettūr to Thoothukudi - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train via Dindigul
best
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Salem Jntrain
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Dindigul Jntrain
3. Take the train from Dindigul Jn to Tuti Melurtrain
9h 34m
₹461–3,733
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Erode Jntrain 06408
2. Take the train from Erode Jn to Tuticorintrain 16236 / ...
10h 50m
₹383–2,998
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Erode Jntrain
2. Take the train from Erode Jn to Tiruppurtrain
3. Take the bus from Tirupur, Tamil Nadu to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
4. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadubus
12h 24m
Drive 379.7 km
1. Drive from Mettūr to Thoothukudicar 379.7 km
5h 46m
₹4,277–6,177
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mettūr to Thoothukuditaxi 379.7 km
5h 46m
₹8,500–11,000
Train to Salem, fly
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Salem Jntrain
2. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane SXV - TCR
6h 25m
₹18,031–27,073
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mettur to Coimbatore - Gandhipuram SETCbus
2. Take the bus from Gandhipuram to Palanibus
3. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
4. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadubus
12h 27m
Train, bus to Kempegowda International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Metur Dam to Salem Jntrain
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Krishnarajapurmtrain
3. Take the bus from KR Pura station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
4. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane BLR - TCR
10h 13m
₹6,431–19,413

Mettūr to Thoothukudi by train

7Weekly Trains

9h 34mAverage Duration

₹461Cheapest Price

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Distance: 420.9 km
Duration: 9h 34m

What companies run services between Mettūr, India and Thoothukudi, India?

You can take a train from Metur Dam to Tuti Melur via Salem Jn and Dindigul Jn in around 9h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mettur to Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu via Gandhipuram, Palani, Palani, Tamil Nadu, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 12h 27m.

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