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

The cheapest way to get from Porur to Karaikal is to bus which costs ₹550 - ₹1,200 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porur to Karaikal is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct bus between Porur and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Porur to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Porur and arriving at Nagore via Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Porur and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Porur to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Tambaram and arriving at Karaikal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Porur to Karaikal?

The distance between Porur and Karaikal is 321 km. The road distance is 274.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Porur to Karaikal without a car is to bus which takes 4h 48m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Porur to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porur to Karaikal bus from?

Porur to Karaikal bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus station.

Where do I catch the Porur to Karaikal train from?

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

Train or bus from Porur to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Porur to Karaikal is to bus which takes 4h 48m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹240 - ₹1,900 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Porur to Karaikal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porur to Karaikal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porur to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Porur to Karaikal is 275 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Porur to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 62+ hotels available in Karaikal.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Nagorebus
4h 48m
₹549–1,191
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Karaikaltrain 16175 / ...
9h 35m
₹241–1,852
Drive 274.8 km
1. Drive from Porur to Karaikalcar 274.8 km
4h 18m
₹3,090–4,463
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porur to Karaikaltaxi 274.8 km
4h 18m
₹6,000–7,500
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 48m
₹6,145–8,862

Porur to Karaikal by bus and train

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9h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 321.1 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

SETC operates a bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Nagore hourly. Tickets cost ₹240–800 and the journey takes 3h 34m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Karaikal once daily. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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