What is the cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal?

The cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal is to train via Palakkad which costs ₹550 - ₹4,500 and takes 26h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal?

The fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal is to fly and train which takes 8h 22m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹25,000.

Is there a direct bus between Thoothukudi and Bhatkal?

No, there is no direct bus from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal. However, there are services departing from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Bhatkal via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Bangalore, Karnataka and Hubballi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Thoothukudi and Bhatkal?

No, there is no direct train from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal. However, there are services departing from Tuti Melur and arriving at Bhatkal via Kovilpatti and Mangalore Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 7m.

How far is it from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal?

The distance between Thoothukudi and Bhatkal is 732 km. The road distance is 846.6 km.

How do I travel from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal without a car?

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal without a car is to train which takes 19h 7m and costs ₹650 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal?

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Bhatkal bus from?

Thoothukudi to Bhatkal bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, depart from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Bhatkal train from?

Thoothukudi to Bhatkal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tuti Melur station.

Train or bus from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal?

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal is to train which takes 19h 7m and costs ₹650 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 22h 32m.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Bhatkal bus arrive?

Thoothukudi to Bhatkal bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Bhatkal train arrive?

Thoothukudi to Bhatkal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kovilpatti station.

Can I drive from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal?

Yes, the driving distance between Thoothukudi to Bhatkal is 847 km. It takes approximately 12h 34m to drive from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal.

Where can I stay near Bhatkal?

There are 53+ hotels available in Bhatkal.

Thoothukudi to Bhatkal - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Thoothukudi to Bhatkal by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane TCR - IXE
2. Take the train from Surathkal to Bhatkaltrain
8h 22m
₹12,016–24,239
Train via Palakkad
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Palakkadtrain 16791
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Bhatkaltrain 12789 / ...
26h 30m
₹595–4,504
Train
1. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Kovilpattitrain
2. Take the train from Kovilpatti to Mangalore Jntrain
3. Take the train from Mangalore Jn to Bhatkaltrain
19h 7m
₹681–5,405
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Bangalore, Karnatakabus
3. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Hubli, Karnatakabus
4. Take the bus from Hubballi to Bhatkalbus
22h 32m
Drive 846.6 km
1. Drive from Thoothukudi to Bhatkalcar 846.6 km
12h 34m
₹9,564–13,815
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Tirupur, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the train from Tiruppur to Bhatkaltrain
21h 24m

Thoothukudi to Bhatkal by train

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Distance: 732.4 km
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Thoothukudi, India and Bhatkal, India?

You can take a train from Tuti Melur to Bhatkal via Kovilpatti and Mangalore Jn in around 19h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Bhatkal via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Bangalore, Karnataka, Hubli, Karnataka, and Hubballi in around 22h 32m.

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