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

The cheapest way to get from Ongole to Karaikal is to train which costs ₹450 - ₹3,500 and takes 13h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ongole to Karaikal is to drive which takes 8h 45m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Ongole and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Ongole to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Ongole and arriving at Nagore via Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ongole and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Ongole to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Ongole and arriving at Karaikal via Thiruvarur Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

How far is it from Ongole to Karaikal?

The distance between Ongole and Karaikal is 602 km. The road distance is 571.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ongole to Karaikal without a car is to bus which takes 9h 42m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 9h 42m to get from Ongole to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ongole to Karaikal bus from?

Ongole to Karaikal bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Ongole station.

Where do I catch the Ongole to Karaikal train from?

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

Train or bus from Ongole to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Ongole to Karaikal is to bus which takes 9h 42m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹450 - ₹3,500 and takes 13h 43m.

Where does the Ongole to Karaikal bus arrive?

Ongole to Karaikal bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) station.

Where does the Ongole to Karaikal train arrive?

Ongole to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thiruvarur Jn station.

Can I drive from Ongole to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ongole to Karaikal is 571 km. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Ongole to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 58+ hotels available in Karaikal.

Ongole to Karaikal - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Ongole to Karaikal by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ongole to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus Ongole - Chennai
2. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Nagorebus
9h 42m
₹1,012–2,525
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ongole to Thiruvarur Jntrain 22673
2. Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Karaikaltrain 16188 / ...
13h 43m
₹454–3,466
Drive 571.2 km
1. Drive from Ongole to Karaikalcar 571.2 km
8h 45m
₹6,409–9,257
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ongole to Karaikaltaxi 571.2 km
8h 45m
₹8,500–11,000
Taxi to Vijayawada Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Ongole to Vijayawada-Airport-VGAtaxi
2. Fly from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane VGA - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Karaikaltrain
10h 44m
₹9,057–16,796
Bus via Chennai
1. Take the bus from Ongole to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Nagapattinambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
15h 12m
Train via Tirupati
1. Take the train from Ongole to Renigunta Jntrain 04171 / ...
2. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Karaikaltrain 11017
15h 48m
₹485–3,680
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ongole to Chennai Centraltrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Karaikaltrain
12h 45m
₹5,905–11,075
Bus to Hyderabad, fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ongole to LB Nagarbus
2. Fly from Hyderabad (HYD) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane HYD - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Karaikaltrain
13h 49m
₹8,281–17,104

Ongole to Karaikal by train

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13h 43mAverage Duration

₹454Cheapest Price

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Distance: 602.5 km
Duration: 9h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Ongole to Karaikal via Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus and Nagore in around 9h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ongole to Karaikal via Thiruvarur Jn in around 13h 43m.

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