What is the cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Shencottai?

The cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Shencottai is to train which costs ₹270 - ₹2,100 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Velankanni to Shencottai?

The fastest way to get from Velankanni to Shencottai is to drive which takes 6h 20m and costs ₹4,400 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Velankanni and Shencottai?

No, there is no direct bus from Velankanni to Shencottai. However, there are services departing from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Shenkottai via Madurai, Tamil Nadu and Rajapalayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Velankanni and Shencottai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vellankanni and arriving at Sengottai. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Velankanni to Shencottai?

The distance between Velankanni and Shencottai is 440 km. The road distance is 397.8 km.

How do I travel from Velankanni to Shencottai without a car?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Shencottai without a car is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,100.

How long does it take to get from Velankanni to Shencottai?

The train from Vellankanni to Sengottai takes 9h 45m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Shencottai bus from?

Velankanni to Shencottai bus services, operated by Universal Travels, depart from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Shencottai train from?

Velankanni to Shencottai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vellankanni station.

Train or bus from Velankanni to Shencottai?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Shencottai is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 6m.

Where does the Velankanni to Shencottai bus arrive?

Velankanni to Shencottai bus services, operated by Universal Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Velankanni to Shencottai train arrive?

Velankanni to Shencottai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sengottai station.

Can I drive from Velankanni to Shencottai?

Yes, the driving distance between Velankanni to Shencottai is 398 km. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Velankanni to Shencottai.

Where can I stay near Shencottai?

There are 53+ hotels available in Shencottai.

Velankanni to Shencottai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Velankanni to Shencottai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Sengottaitrain 16362 / ...
9h 45m
₹270–2,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Shenkottaibus
11h 6m
Drive 397.8 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Shencottaicar 397.8 km
6h 20m
₹4,449–6,427
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Shencottaitaxi 397.8 km
6h 20m
₹8,500–11,000

Velankanni to Shencottai by train

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9h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 440.4 km
Duration: 9h 45m

What companies run services between Velankanni, India and Shencottai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Vellankanni to Sengottai twice a week. Tickets cost ₹270–2,100 and the journey takes 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Shenkottai via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, and Rajapalayam in around 11h 6m.

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