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

The cheapest way to get from Sholinghur to Karaikal is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,200 and takes 10h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sholinghur to Karaikal is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,700.

Is there a direct bus between Sholinghur and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Sholinghur to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass and arriving at Nagore via Saidapet Court. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Sholinghur and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Sholinghur to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Arakkonam and arriving at Karaikal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

How far is it from Sholinghur to Karaikal?

The distance between Sholinghur and Karaikal is 451 km. The road distance is 287.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sholinghur to Karaikal without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Sholinghur to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sholinghur to Karaikal bus from?

Sholinghur to Karaikal bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass station.

Where do I catch the Sholinghur to Karaikal train from?

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

Train or bus from Sholinghur to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Sholinghur to Karaikal is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,200 and takes 10h 7m.

Where does the Sholinghur to Karaikal bus arrive?

Sholinghur to Karaikal bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Chennai - Saidapet station.

Where does the Sholinghur to Karaikal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sholinghur to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Sholinghur to Karaikal is 287 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Sholinghur to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 58+ hotels available in Karaikal.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Sholinghur to Karaikal by bus (Flixbus), taxi, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass to FlixBus Chennai - Saidapetbus FlixBus IN4306 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saidapet Court to Nagorebus
7h 29m
₹1,782–2,944
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arakkonam to Karaikaltrain 11017
10h 7m
₹1,193–3,203
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Sholinghur to Tirumalpurtaxi
2. Take the train from Tirumalpur to Chengalpattutrain
3. Take the train from Chengalpattu to Karaikaltrain
7h 49m
₹1,533–4,033
Drive 287.4 km
1. Drive from Sholinghur to Karaikalcar 287.4 km
4h 32m
₹3,248–4,692
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sholinghur to Karaikaltaxi 287.4 km
4h 32m
₹7,000–8,500

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Distance: 450.7 km
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a vehicle from Sholinghur to Karaikal via FlixBus Arcot - Bypass, FlixBus Chennai - Saidapet, Saidapet Court, and Nagore in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Arakkonam to Karaikal once a week. Tickets cost ₹260–2,100 and the journey takes 9h 40m.

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