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

The cheapest way to get from Sankarankovil to Karaikal is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹2,400 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sankarankovil to Karaikal is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs ₹3,900 - ₹6,000.

How far is it from Sankarankovil to Karaikal?

The distance between Sankarankovil and Karaikal is 405 km. The road distance is 377.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sankarankovil to Karaikal without a car is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Sankarankovil to Karaikal, including transfers.

Train or bus from Sankarankovil to Karaikal?

The best way to get from Sankarankovil to Karaikal is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,800 and takes 10h 11m.

Can I drive from Sankarankovil to Karaikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Sankarankovil to Karaikal is 378 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Sankarankovil to Karaikal.

Where can I stay near Karaikal?

There are 63+ hotels available in Karaikal.

Sankarankovil to Karaikal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Sankarankovil to Karaikal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sankarankovil to Nagappattinam16361
7h 55m
₹649–2,365
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Madurai Mattuthavani
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Myladuthurai531Mud
10h 11m
₹1,988–2,722
Drive 377.5 km
1. Drive from Sankarankovil to Karaikal377.5 km
5h 51m
₹3,940–5,690
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sankarankovil to Karaikal377.5 km
5h 51m
₹8,500–11,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 404.7 km
Duration: 7h 55m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Sankarankovil to Nagappattinam twice a week. Tickets cost ₹240–1,900 and the journey takes 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sankarankovil to Karaikal via Rajapalayam, Madurai Mattuthavani, Mattuthavani, and Myladuthurai in around 10h 11m.

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