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Chennai to Karaikal

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Book comfortable and affordable bus tickets from Chennai to Karaikal on MakeMyTrip. Covering a distance of approximately 279 Km.

The journey typically takes around 6h 45m. This popular route offers over 1 daily options. The first bus departs around 10:00 AM, while the last bus leaves near 10:00 AM. Choose from top-rated operators like RR TRAVELS , Raja Travels , NATIONAL TRAVELS CHN, offering A/C, Volvo and Sleeper buses. Select convenient boarding points in Chennai and flexible dropping point locations in Karaikal. Popular boarding points in Chennai include Koyambedu, Kilambakkam Bus Terminus, Porur Toll Gate, while commonly chosen drop-off points in Karaikal include Karaikal, Karaikal Universal Travels, Bismi Travels. Fares start at Rs. 599. Apply code MEGABUS to save more. Easily compare prices, user ratings, departure times, and seat types—all in one place. Experience a hassle-free booking process with top-rated bus operators and flexible filters for a smooth Chennai to Karaikal journey.

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    Tippusultan Travels

    Non A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)

    22:0016 Nov
    06h 25m
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    Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper (2+1)

    21:0016 Nov
    06h 20m
    03:2017 Nov
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    Non A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)

    21:3016 Nov
    05h 05m
    02:3517 Nov
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    A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)

    11:0016 Nov
    08h 00m
    19:0016 Nov
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    A/C Sleeper (2+1)

    21:3516 Nov
    06h 45m
    04:2017 Nov
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    Raja Travels

    A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)

    10:0016 Nov
    06h 45m
    16:4516 Nov
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    Apple Bus

    Non A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)

    20:5516 Nov
    06h 40m
    03:3517 Nov
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    3.632 Ratings

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    A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)

    21:4616 Nov
    06h 29m
    04:1517 Nov
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    Non A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)

    20:4516 Nov
    07h 30m
    04:1517 Nov
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    NON AC Seater / Sleeper 2+1

    21:0016 Nov
    06h 15m
    03:1517 Nov
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    How to Book Bus Tickets Online for Chennai to Karaikal on MakeMyTrip

    Booking a bus from Chennai to Karaikal on MakeMyTrip is not only fast and secure but also incredibly convenient. With its user-friendly interface and a wide range of operator options, MakeMyTrip simplifies the bus ticket booking process, ensuring a hassle-free experience for travelers.

    Follow below steps to book your Chennai to Karaikal bus tickets:
    1. 1. Open the MakeMyTrip bus or Android/iOS app.
    2. 2. Enter your travel details: Input Chennai,Karaikal, and your preferred travel date in the bus search section, then click on ‘Search’.
    3. 3. Review available options: Browse through the list of available buses, which includes essential details such as departure and arrival times, bus types (AC/Non-AC, Sleeper, Volvo, etc.), seat availability, ratings, fare, boarding/dropping points, and operator names. Utilize filters to refine your search according to your preferences.
    4. 4. Select your bus: Choose a suitable bus, select your seat, and specify your boarding and dropping points.
    5. 5. Provide passenger information: Fill in the required passenger details along with your contact information, then click ‘Proceed to Payment’.
    6. 6. Complete your payment: Make the payment using your preferred method (UPI, credit/debit card, digital wallets, net banking, etc.).
    7. 7. Receive your ticket: Upon successful payment, your ticket will be confirmed, and you will receive an e-ticket or M-ticket sent to your registered email and phone number.

    Simply present your M-ticket at the time of boarding, and enjoy a comfortable journey from Chennai to Karaikal with MakeMyTrip. Experience the ease and efficiency of online bus ticket booking today!

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    Chennai to Karaikal Bus Timings And Fare

    RR TRAVELS
    3 Buses on this route
    800 Onwards
    First bus: 09:45 PM
    Last bus: 10:15 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 20Mins
    Raja Travels
    3 Buses on this route
    499 Onwards
    First bus: 10:00 AM
    Last bus: 10:30 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 30Mins
    National Travels CHN
    1 Buses on this route
    650 Onwards
    First bus: 11:05 PM
    Last bus: 11:05 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 40Mins
    Tranzking Travels
    2 Buses on this route
    555 Onwards
    First bus: 11:00 AM
    Last bus: 10:15 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 10Mins
    YBM Travels(BLM)
    1 Buses on this route
    960 Onwards
    First bus: 10:15 PM
    Last bus: 10:15 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 45Mins
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    Boarding Points in Chennai

      • Koyambedu

      • Kilambakkam Bus Terminus

      • Porur Toll Gate

      • Koyembedu

      • Kilambakkam Bus Stand

      • Kilambakkam New Bus Stand

      • Kilambakkam

      • Koyambedu - IntrCity Lounge

      • Porur Tollgate

      • Koyambedu(VanPickup)

      • Koyambedu (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Koyambedu National Terminal (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Koyambedu

      • CHENNAI MADHAVARAM BUS TERMINUS

      • Velachery

      • Omni Bus Stand

      • Porur Toll gate

      • Guindy

      • Koyambedu (SBM Parking) Van Pickup

      • Guindy

      • Tambaram

      • Porur Toll Plaza

      • Koyambedu Rkk Office

      • Koyembedu ( Van Pickup)

      • Sholinganallur

      • Ashok Pillar

      • Perungalathur

      • Porur Toll

      • Perungudi

      • Porur

      • Kilambakkam Omni Bus Terminus

      • Navalur

      • Koyambedu (van Pickup)

      • Vadapalani

      • Egmore

      • Siruseri

      • kilambakkam bus terminus

      • Thuraipakkam

      • RMT Office MMDA Arumbakkam Metro Station

      • Vandalur (kilamabakkam New Bus Stand)

      • Maduravoyal

      • Hotel La Castle MADRAS REGENCY Opp CMBT

      • Poonamallee

      • Guduvanchery

      • Vandalur

      • Urapakkam

      • koyembedu omni bus stand

      • KILAMBAKKAM BUS STAND

      • Koyambedu ( Van Pickup)

      • Koyambedu pickup van

      • Koyambedu National

      • Kilambakkam(omni bus terminus new)

      • Koyambedu SBLT Office(vanpickup)

      • SRM University

      • Madhavaram

      • Guduvancheri

      • Medavakkam

      • Koyembedu (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Maraimalai Nagar

      • Koyambedu[Pickup By Van]

      • Chrompet

      • Karapakkam

      • Koyembedu Omni Bus Stand

      • Nerkundram Lion Travels

      • Guindy Indian bank ATM

      • Koyambed (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Koyambedu (SBM Parking Yard) Pickup

      • SRP Tools

      • Velacherry

      • Guduvancherry

      • Shollinganallur

      • Koyembedu (Van Pickup)

      • Koyembedu (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Srm University

      • Koyambedu Royal Travels

      • KOYAMBEDU (SBLT LOUNGE)(van pickup)

      • Porur(toll Plaza)

      • Redhills

      • Kilambakkam New Bus Terminus

      • (Van/Bus Pickup)Koyambedu

      • Sathyabama University

      • KOYAMBEDU

      • Mahendra City

      • Urappakkam

      • Thiruvanmiyur

      • Koyambedu National

      • Tidel Park

      • Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand Entrance

      • Central Everest Hotel

      • Mahindra City

      • Sriperumbudur

      • Pallavaram

      • Poonamallee Bypass

      • KoyambeduNear Royal Plazza Hotel

      • Koyambedu(100 Feet Road)

      • Ashok Pillar

      • Koyambedu (KMRL kalaimakal office)

      • KFC, Poonamalle

      • PORUR TOLL

      • Kilambakkam Bus Terminus (KMBT)

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    Basic information for Chennai to Karaikal route

    • Avg. Travelling Time6h 45m
    • Bus Departs FromChennai
    • Bus Arrives InKaraikal
    • Distance279 Km
    • Earliest Bus10:00 AM
    • Last Bus10:00 AM
    • Cheapest Bus TicketsRs. 599
    • Bus Operators and Raja Travels

    Know the Government, RTC and State Transport Bus Services and Timings

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    The extensive list of operators ensures a decent bus frequency on this route and you can check bus availability easily via MakeMyTrip’s website or app. The first bus for this route starts at 10:00 AM daily while you can get the last bus until 10:00 AM. The booking platform also enables easy access to Chennai to Karaikal bus timing for convenient trip planning. It takes approximately 6h 45m to complete this trip. You can also book a bus to nearby locations like Velachery, Porur, Ambattur, Chennai Intl Airport, Thiruverkadu with us easily.

    Bus Seat Types and Availability on the Chennai to Karaikal Route

    During the booking of Chennai to Karaikal buses, travellers can go for an early booking to ensure the seats are sufficiently available to choose from. With MakeMyTrip, there are also a number of seat types to choose from for buses to Karaikal from Chennai such as SEATER, SLEEPER.

    Travellers are required to pay varied Chennai to Karaikal bus fare depending on the seat type selected for booking. The bus fares are affordable too and the lowest bus ticket price starts only at Rs. 599. Plus, you can avail of ongoing discounts for travel savings.

    Top Benefits of Booking MakeMyTrip’s Chennai to Karaikal Buses

    There are a number of benefits to explore when booking online Chennai to Karaikal bus with us.

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    You can be assured of journey comfort, safety and ease with distinctive features like luxury amenities, first aid assistance, proficient drivers, easy bus tracking, etc.

    Chennai to Karaikal Bus Types Available with MakeMyTrip

    It is now also easier than ever to book your ticket for the preferred bus type on this route and travel conveniently as per your preferences. Some top bus types available for booking with us include the likes of AC SEATER SLEEPER.

    You can also easily select your pickup point from the available options like Koyambedu, Kilambakkam Bus Terminus, Porur Toll Gate, Koyembedu, Kilambakkam Bus Stand with us. Plus, options like Karaikal, Karaikal Universal Travels, Bismi Travels, A1Travels, Karaikal Busstand are available for bus deboarding.

    Chennai to Karaikal Bus Journey: Top Tips for Trip Convenience

    Some smart tips you can use when booking a bus for an elevated journey experience are:

    • Be well-informed about the bus frequency from Koyambedu RAJA TRAVELS to VARICHIKUDY to plan your trip better.
    • Choose the locations for pickup and drop off accurately for convenience of boarding/deboarding.
    • Book your bus early to get the preferred seat placement.
    • Get fare reduction by applying offer coupons.
    • Arrive at the best bus amenities by using booking filters.

    What are the Top Amenities Available on Buses from Chennai to Karaikal

    While you book Chennai to Karaikal bus, you can choose from a number of amenities with MakeMyTrip to travel in comfort. Some top amenities passengers choose for this route include Water Bottle, Blankets, Charging Point, Reading Light, Waiting lounge, Bed Sheet, Pillow. The bus fares vary based on the amenities selected and the bus type chosen.

    Things To Know About Chennai

    Book a Chennai Bus on MakeMyTrip

    Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital city of the state of Tamil Nadu and lies in the southern part of India. Located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, Chennai is as dynamic as it is immersed in tradition. People often visit Chennai via Chennai bus with their families and friends for famous temples and monuments. You can easily book a bus to Chennai with the MakeMyTrip app and website.

    Bus, as a mode of travel, is easy and convenient. You can visit the nearby temples and monuments by booking a bus from Chennai. Chennai is well connected with the southern parts of the country. Once you book a bus to Chennai with MakeMyTrip, buses ensure that you have a memorable traveling experience.


    Taking a Bus to Chennai

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    Once you have booked the bus, you also get the driver’s details and the details of the bus, so that you can easily locate the bus by contacting the driver. MakeMyTrip ensures that booking details of your Chennai bus always remain transparent with the customer.


    Bus Routes to Chennai

    A city with such a heritage and culture is a must-visit for all travelers. Southern parts of the country connect easily with Chennai via road. You can check the timings and type of buses that run to Chennai. To explore this traditionally rich city, you can also book a bus from Chennai. Online bus booking in advance will save you a lot of time. You do not have to physically visit anywhere in order to book a bus to Chennai and you can book a bus to Chennai within the comfort of your home.


    Book Chennai Bus Tickets

    There are a lot of private and government bus operators. Chennai bus ticket price starts from as low as INR 100 per person. Chennai bus ticket price also depends on various factors such as the number of seats booked, type of bus chosen, departure station, and date of the journey. Luxury buses and sleeper category buses usually cost more than regular seater buses.


    Book bus Online with MakeMyTrip

    You can book a bus to Chennai on MakeMyTrip. All you need to do is enter the details of your journey and select a Chennai bus that fits your requirements and budget. You can also select your preferred seat and confirm your pick-up and drop-off locations. Once done, you only need to make the online payment. In case you face any issues related to bus tickets booking, you can always bank on the customer service of MakeMyTrip to resolve your issues related to Chennai Bus.

    It is highly recommended that before you make the final payment of your Chennai bus, always double-check your travel details. Make sure that you have entered the correct date and time of your journey for your Chennai Bus. This is important because the availability of Chennai buses depends a lot on these details of the journey. So, be absolutely sure about these details and then only proceed to make the payment and confirm the Chennai bus ticket booking.


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    Dropping Points in Karaikal

      • Karaikal

      • Karaikal Universal Travels

      • Bismi Travels

      • A1Travels

      • Karaikal Busstand

      • Senthil Travels(BUS STAND)

      • Karaikkal

      • karaikkal

      • Karikkal

      • T.R.Pattinam

    Other Volvo AC Buses to Karaikal

    FAQ - Chennai to Karaikal Bus Ticket Booking

    There are nearly around 1 buses getting operated from Chennai to Karaikal daily.

    Top bus operators for Chennai to Karaikal bus route are: Raja Travels etc.

    It takes approximately 6h 45m to reach from Chennai to Karaikal by bus.

    Boarding points from Chennai are: Koyambedu, Kilambakkam Bus Terminus, Porur Toll Gate, Koyembedu, Kilambakkam Bus Stand etc.

    Main dropping points in Karaikal includes: Karaikal, Karaikal Universal Travels, Bismi Travels, A1Travels, Karaikal Busstand etc.

    Minimum bus ticket fare starts from Rs. 599.

    Minimum bus ticket fare starts from Rs. 599.

    Raja Travels offer the cheapest fare from Chennai to Karaikal.

    The first bus departs at 10:00 AM.

    The last bus departs at 10:00 AM.

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