Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction

Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction

Chennai
Karaikkudi Junction
Sat, May 25
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$4
 
 
$28

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Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction Schedule

Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways CC - AC Chair Class 15:45 - 22:55$ 10.37
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 17:45 - 00:48$ 3.51
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 19:15 - 04:10$ 4.99
Sree Kannathal Travels Non A/C Semi Sleeper 21:00 - 05:05$ 8.92
RKT Tours and Travels AC Sleeper 22:00 - 06:15$ 10.41

Transportation from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport6h 53m
Earliest Departure3:45 PM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day33
Distance483 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIndian Railways, Jupiter, National Travels CHN, Parveen Travels, Pr Travels, Rithish Travels, RKT Tours and Travels, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Sree Kannathal Travels, Sri Renganathan Travels, Vairam Travels, Vetri Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels

How to get from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction

When you want to get from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 27.82. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 3.46.

How far is Chennai from Karaikkudi Junction?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction. Your trip will be a total of 301 miles (483 km). The flying distance is 231 miles (371 km).

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction?

The travel time from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction?

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Indian Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 3.46 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 27.82.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction:

  • Train tickets - USD 3.95 to USD 27.64;
  • Bus tickets - USD 7.90 to USD 17.77;

How many trips per day are there between Chennai and Karaikkudi Junction?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 17 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 19:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 16 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Karaikudi is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Karaikkudi Junction? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.