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

The cheapest way to get from Perungalathur to Karaikal is to bus which costs ₹600 - ₹1,300 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perungalathur to Karaikal is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Perungalathur and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Perungalathur to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Chennai - Perungalathur and arriving at Nagore via Ashokpillar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Perungalathur and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Perungalathur to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Perungulattur and arriving at Karaikal via Chengalpattu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Perungalathur to Karaikal?

The distance between Perungalathur and Karaikal is 325 km. The road distance is 256.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Perungalathur to Karaikal without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Perungalathur to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perungalathur to Karaikal bus from?

Perungalathur to Karaikal bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Ashokpillar station.

Where do I catch the Perungalathur to Karaikal train from?

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

Train or bus from Perungalathur to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Perungalathur to Karaikal is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Perungalathur to Karaikal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Perungalathur to Karaikal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perungalathur to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Perungalathur to Karaikal is 257 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Perungalathur to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 62+ hotels available in Karaikal.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Perungalathur to Karaikal by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ashokpillar to Nagorebus
5h 9m
₹635–1,297
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengalpattu to Karaikaltrain 16175 / ...
8h 27m
₹337–2,598
Drive 256.5 km
1. Drive from Perungalathur to Karaikalcar 256.5 km
4h 3m
₹2,889–4,173
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Perungalathur to Karaikaltaxi 256.5 km
4h 3m
₹4,000–4,800
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Ponmlai Gld Rck to Tirumalairayan Pattinam Htrain
7h 14m
₹6,221–9,654

Perungalathur to Karaikal by train

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8h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 325 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

SETC operates a bus from Ashokpillar to Nagore hourly. Tickets cost ₹230–800 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chengalpattu to Karaikal once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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