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

The cheapest way to get from Rameswaram to Karaikal is to train via Tiruchirappalli which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rameswaram to Karaikal is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs ₹3,100 - ₹4,600.

Is there a direct bus between Rameswaram and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Rameswaram to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Rameshwaram and arriving at Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Rameswaram and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Rameswaram to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Rameswaram and arriving at Karaikal via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Rameswaram to Karaikal?

The distance between Rameswaram and Karaikal is 410 km. The road distance is 276.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rameswaram to Karaikal without a car is to train via Tiruchirappalli which takes 8h 50m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Rameswaram to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rameswaram to Karaikal bus from?

Rameswaram to Karaikal bus services, operated by VKV Travels, depart from Rameshwaram station.

Where do I catch the Rameswaram to Karaikal train from?

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

Train or bus from Rameswaram to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Rameswaram to Karaikal is to train via Tiruchirappalli which takes 8h 50m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Rameswaram to Karaikal bus arrive?

Rameswaram to Karaikal bus services, operated by VKV Travels, arrive at Sellur station.

Where does the Rameswaram to Karaikal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rameswaram to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Rameswaram to Karaikal is 276 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Rameswaram to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 58+ hotels available in Karaikal.

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

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Train via Tiruchirappalli
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1. Take the train from Rameswaram to Tiruchchirapalitrain 22662 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Karaikaltrain 16188
8h 50m
₹364–2,851
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rameshwaram to Sellurbus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu
10h 39m
Drive 276.1 km
1. Drive from Rameswaram to Karaikalcar 276.1 km
4h 23m
₹3,125–4,514
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rameswaram to Karaikaltaxi 276.1 km
4h 23m
₹4,300–5,500
Train
1. Take the train from Rameswaram to Mayiladuturai Jtrain 16752 / ...
9h 32m
₹369–2,833

Rameswaram to Karaikal by train

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8h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 410.1 km
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Rameswaram, Tamil Nādu, India and Karaikal, India?

You can take a train from Rameswaram to Karaikal via Tiruchchirapali in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rameshwaram to Karaikal via Sellur, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, and Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu in around 10h 39m.

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