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

The cheapest way to get from Thekkady to Karaikal is to taxi and train which costs ₹3,300 - ₹6,500 and takes 11h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thekkady to Karaikal is to drive which takes 5h 56m and costs ₹4,200 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Thekkady and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Thekkady to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Thekkady, Kerala and arriving at Velankanni, Tamil Nadu via Dindigul, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Thekkady to Karaikal?

The distance between Thekkady and Karaikal is 385 km. The road distance is 380.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Thekkady to Karaikal without a car is to bus and train via Tiruchirappalli which takes 10h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 35m to get from Thekkady to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thekkady to Karaikal bus from?

Thekkady to Karaikal bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, depart from Thekkady, Kerala station.

Where does the Thekkady to Karaikal bus arrive?

Thekkady to Karaikal bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, arrive at Dindigul, Tamil Nadu station.

Can I drive from Thekkady to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Thekkady to Karaikal is 380 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Thekkady to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 62+ hotels available in Karaikal.

Thekkady to Karaikal - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Thekkady to Karaikal by bus, train, taxi, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Tiruchirappalli
best
1. Take the bus from Kumily to Thenibus
2. Take the bus from Theni, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the train from Ponmlai Gld Rck to Karaikaltrain
10h 35m
Taxi, train
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Thekkady to Rajapalayamtaxi
2. Take the train from Rajapalayam to Thiruvarur Jntrain
3. Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Karaikaltrain
11h 24m
₹3,394–6,360
Drive 380.3 km
1. Drive from Thekkady to Karaikalcar 380.3 km
5h 56m
₹4,278–6,179
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thekkady to Karaikaltaxi 380.3 km
5h 56m
₹8,000–10,000
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Kumily to Perumbavoorbus
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the bus from Guindy Industrial Estate to Nagorebus
10h 41m
₹6,547–11,197
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thekkady, Kerala to Dindigul, Tamil Nadubus Thekkady, Kerala - Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Dindigul, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Dindigul, Tamil Nadu - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
10h 58m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kumily to Palanibus
2. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Karaikaltrain
12h 19m

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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1h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 384.7 km
Duration: 10h 35m

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

You can take a vehicle from Thekkady to Tirumalairayan Pattinam H via Thekkady, Kerala, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, Velankanni, Tamil Nadu, and Vellankanni in around 10h 58m.

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