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

The cheapest way to get from Mettupalayam to Karaikal is to bus which costs ₹550 - ₹1,200 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mettupalayam to Karaikal is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Mettupalayam and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Mettupalayam to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Velankkani and arriving at Nagore via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Mettupalayam and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Mettupalayam to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Metupalaiyam and arriving at Karaikal via Erode Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Mettupalayam to Karaikal?

The distance between Mettupalayam and Karaikal is 370 km. The road distance is 355.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mettupalayam to Karaikal without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Mettupalayam to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mettupalayam to Karaikal bus from?

Mettupalayam to Karaikal bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Velankkani station.

Where do I catch the Mettupalayam to Karaikal train from?

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

Train or bus from Mettupalayam to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Mettupalayam to Karaikal is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Mettupalayam to Karaikal bus arrive?

Mettupalayam to Karaikal bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Nagore station.

Where does the Mettupalayam to Karaikal train arrive?

Mettupalayam to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Erode Jn station.

Can I drive from Mettupalayam to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Mettupalayam to Karaikal is 355 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Mettupalayam to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 62+ hotels available in Karaikal.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Velankkani to Nagorebus
4h 35m
₹592–1,179
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metupalaiyam to Erode Jntrain 12672
2. Take the train from Erode Jn to Karaikaltrain 16188
10h 20m
₹366–2,891
Drive 355.4 km
1. Drive from Mettupalayam to Karaikalcar 355.4 km
5h 36m
₹4,013–5,797
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mettupalayam to Karaikaltaxi 355.4 km
5h 36m
₹8,500–11,000

Mettupalayam to Karaikal by train

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10h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 369.8 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

SETC operates a bus from Velankkani to Nagore hourly. Tickets cost ₹290–850 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metupalaiyam to Karaikal via Erode Jn in around 10h 20m.

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