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

The cheapest way to get from Yercaud to Karaikal is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,800 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yercaud to Karaikal is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Yercaud and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Yercaud to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu via Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Yercaud and Karaikal?

No, there is no direct train from Yercaud to Karaikal. However, there are services departing from Ayodhyapattanam and arriving at Karaikal via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Yercaud to Karaikal?

The distance between Yercaud and Karaikal is 342 km. The road distance is 262.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Yercaud to Karaikal without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 42m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹4,300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Yercaud to Karaikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yercaud to Karaikal bus from?

Yercaud to Karaikal bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Salem station.

Where do I catch the Yercaud to Karaikal train from?

Yercaud to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ayodhyapattanam station.

Train or bus from Yercaud to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Yercaud to Karaikal is to bus which takes 7h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Villupuram, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,800 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Yercaud to Karaikal bus arrive?

Yercaud to Karaikal bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Thanjavur station.

Where does the Yercaud to Karaikal train arrive?

Yercaud to Karaikal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Villupuram Jn station.

Can I drive from Yercaud to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Yercaud to Karaikal is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Yercaud to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 58+ hotels available in Karaikal.

Yercaud to Karaikal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Yercaud to Karaikal by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Salem to Trichybus
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Karaikaltrain 16188
7h 42m
₹1,523–4,302
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Mayiladuturai Jtrain 16232 / ...
9h 26m
₹1,154–3,712
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem to Thanjavurbus Salem - Thanjavur
2. Take the bus from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu to Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadubus Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu - Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu
7h 58m
Drive 262.8 km
1. Drive from Yercaud to Karaikalcar 262.8 km
3h 58m
₹2,964–4,281
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yercaud to Karaikaltaxi 262.8 km
3h 58m
₹5,000–6,500
Train via Villupuram
1. Take the train from Ayodhyapattanam to Villupuram Jntrain 22154
2. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Karaikaltrain 16175 / ...
7h 59m
₹1,214–3,745

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Distance: 342.5 km
Duration: 7h 42m

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

You can take a vehicle from Yercaud to Karaikal via Salem, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, and Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu in around 7h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Yercaud to Karaikal via Ayodhyapattanam and Villupuram Jn in around 7h 59m.

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