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What is the best way to travel from Karaikudi to Chennai?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Chennai from Karaikudi. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 11 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 15m
£6
£8
14
Train
6h 35m
£4
£4
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What is the cheapest way to reach Chennai from Karaikudi?

You can reach Chennai with just £4 by taking a Train from Indian Railways, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £4
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 35m
    0
    05:40
    Karaikudi
    Karaikkudi Junction Train Station
    12:15
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4

    • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Sri Sms Travels
    7h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    05:15
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Sri Sms Travels
    Basic
    £6
  • Parveen Travels
    7h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    05:25
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Parveen Travels
    Basic
    £6
  • Rithish Travels
    8h 55m
    0
    12:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    20:55
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Rithish Travels
    Premium Economy
    £8
  • National Travels CHN
    7h 35m
    0
    20:20
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    03:55
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    National Travels CHN
    Basic
    £9
  • Vetri Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    07:00
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Vetri Travels
    First Class
    £10

What are the fastest trips from Karaikudi to Chennai?

You can get to Chennai from Karaikudi in just 6h 35m with a Train from Indian Railways. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 6h 35m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    6h 35m
    0
    05:40
    Karaikudi
    Karaikkudi Junction Train Station
    12:15
    Chennai
    Egmore Railway Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Sri Sms Travels
    7h 15m
    0
    22:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    05:15
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Sri Sms Travels
    Basic
    £6
  • Parveen Travels
    7h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    05:25
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Parveen Travels
    Basic
    £6
  • National Travels CHN
    7h 35m
    0
    20:20
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    03:55
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    National Travels CHN
    Basic
    £9
  • Vetri Travels
    8h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    07:00
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Vetri Travels
    First Class
    £10
  • Rithish Travels
    8h 55m
    0
    12:00
    Karaikudi
    Old Government District Headquarters Hospital
    20:55
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Rithish Travels
    Premium Economy
    £8
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karaikudi to Chennai

What are the most popular stations in Karaikudi and Chennai?

In Karaikudi, you will usually depart from Old Government District Headquarters Hospital, Kundrakudi Bus Stop or Karaikkudi Junction Train Station, while in Chennai you will be arriving at Central Station Bus Stop, Perambur Train Station or Egmore Railway Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chennai from Karaikudi? With 6 connections between 11 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Karaikudi and Chennai, you can pay as low as £4 with a Train from Indian Railways.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Indian Railways: you will get to Chennai in just 6h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Karaikudi and Chennai are Indian Railways, Sri Sms Travels and Parveen Travels, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Karaikudi and Chennai is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kāraikkudi or to Tiruvottiyūr, and look at flights from , and landing at Chennai Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Karaikudi to Chennai?

The most popular companies between Karaikudi and Chennai, are Indian Railways, Sri Sms Travels and Parveen Travels. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Sri Sms Travels, Parveen Travels, Rithish Travels and 2 more.

Train companies: Indian Railways

All you need to know when you travel from Karaikudi to Chennai

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Karaikudi to Chennai. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Karaikudi to Chennai

How can I reach Chennai from Karaikudi?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Chennai from Karaikudi.

How far is Chennai from Karaikudi?

The distance between Karaikudi and Chennai is 372.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Karaikudi and Chennai?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 63 kgs, and a flight 92 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Karaikudi to Chennai?

You can get to Chennai with just £4 by taking a Train from Indian Railways.

What is the fastest way to get from Karaikudi to Chennai?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chennai in just 6h 35m with a Train from Indian Railways.

More routes to Karaikudi and to Chennai

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Karaikudi and to Chennai. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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