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

The cheapest way to get from Walajapet to Karaikal is to bus which costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,300 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walajapet to Karaikal is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Walajapet and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Walajapet 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 7m.

Is there a direct train between Walajapet and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Walajapet to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Walajah Road Jn and arriving at Karaikal via Arakkonam and Chengalpattu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Walajapet to Karaikal?

The distance between Walajapet and Karaikal is 429 km. The road distance is 264.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Walajapet to Karaikal without a car is to bus which takes 7h 7m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,300.

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

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

Where do I catch the Walajapet to Karaikal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Walajapet to Karaikal train from?

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

Train or bus from Walajapet to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Walajapet to Karaikal is to bus which takes 7h 7m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can train via Chengalpattu, which costs ₹750 - ₹4,000 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Walajapet to Karaikal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Walajapet to Karaikal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Walajapet to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Walajapet to Karaikal is 265 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Walajapet to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 54+ hotels available in Karaikal.

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

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

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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 7m
₹1,228–2,290
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arakkonam to Karaikaltrain 11017
11h 19m
₹679–3,403
Train via Chengalpattu
1. Take the train from Arakkonam to Chengalpattutrain 44001 / ...
2. Take the train from Chengalpattu to Karaikaltrain 16175 / ...
9h 10m
₹749–4,003
Drive 264.6 km
1. Drive from Walajapet to Karaikalcar 264.6 km
4h 10m
₹2,957–4,271
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Walajapet to Karaikaltaxi 264.6 km
4h 10m
₹6,500–8,000

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Distance: 428.7 km
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a vehicle from Walajapet to Karaikal via FlixBus Arcot - Bypass, FlixBus Chennai - Saidapet, Saidapet Court, and Nagore in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Walajapet to Karaikal via Walajah Road Jn, Arakkonam, and Chengalpattu in around 9h 10m.

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