There are 5 ways to get from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal by train, bus, car, or taxi
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train via Manamadurai
best- Take the train from Ramanathapuram to Manamadurai Jntrain
- Take the train from Manamadurai Jn to Thiruvarur Jntrain
- Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Karaikaltrain
8h 10m₹428–3,337Train
cheapest- Take the train from Ramanathapuram to Thanjavurtrain 16752 / ...
- Take the train from Thanjavur to Karaikaltrain 06832 / ...
9h 10m₹343–2,640Bus
- Take the bus from Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
- Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu
10h 35mDrive 229.6 km
- Drive from Ramanathapuram to Karaikalcar 229.6 km
3h 21m₹2,592–3,744Taxi
- Take the taxi from Ramanathapuram to Karaikaltaxi 229.6 km
3h 21m₹3,600–4,400
Ramanathapuram to Karaikal by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal is to train which costs ₹340 - ₹2,700 and takes 9h 10m.
The fastest way to get from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs ₹2,500 - ₹3,800.
No, there is no direct bus from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.
No, there is no direct train from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Ramanathapuram and arriving at Karaikal via Manamadurai Jn and Thiruvarur Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.
The distance between Ramanathapuram and Karaikal is 311 km. The road distance is 229.6 km.
The best way to get from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal without a car is to train via Manamadurai which takes 8h 10m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,400.
It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal, including transfers.
Ramanathapuram to Karaikal bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, depart from Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu station.
Ramanathapuram to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ramanathapuram station.
The best way to get from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal is to train via Manamadurai which takes 8h 10m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 35m.
What companies run services between Ramanathapuram, India and Karaikal, India?
You can take a train from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal via Manamadurai Jn and Thiruvarur Jn in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu to Tirumalairayan Pattinam H via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, and Nagappattinam in around 10h 35m.
- Phone
- 14646
- [email protected]
- Website
- irctc.co.in
Train from Ramanathapuram to Manamadurai Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹120–1,000
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹120–150
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹360–450
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹490–650
- First Class (1A)
- ₹750–1,000
Train from Manamadurai Jn to Thiruvarur Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- ₹180–1,400
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹180–220
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹500–650
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650–850
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,100–1,400
Train from Thiruvarur Jn to Karaikal
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹120–950
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹120–150
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹350–430
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹460–600
- First Class (1A)
- ₹750–950
Train from Ramanathapuram to Thanjavur
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ₹200–1,600
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹200–240
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹550–700
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹750–950
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,200–1,600
Train from Thanjavur to Karaikal
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- ₹140–1,100
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹140–170
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹400–490
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹500–700
- First Class (1A)
- ₹850–1,100
- Phone
- +91 9994 998 437
- [email protected]
- Website
- veeveebus.com
Bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Website
- https://veeveebus.com/
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 21m
- Estimated price
- ₹3,600–4,400
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Travelling to and around Russia for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Travel Insider: Top Japan travel tips by Beatrix Holland, and Best ways to travel around Australia - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Ramanathapuram to Karaikal bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.
Ramanathapuram to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manamadurai Jn station.
Yes, the driving distance between Ramanathapuram to Karaikal is 230 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ramanathapuram to Karaikal.
There are 62+ hotels available in Karaikal.