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LION Travels
A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)
₹599
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(SBLT) Shri Bhagiyalakshimi Travels (MAARA)
Non A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)
₹590
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YBM Travels(BLM)
A/C Sleeper (2+1)
₹1090
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VNS
Non A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)
₹2500
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VKV Travels
A/C Sleeper (2+1)
₹970
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PRM Roadways
A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)
₹650
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THIRU Travels
Non A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)
₹549
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Rathimeena Travels C
A/C Sleeper (2+1)
₹715
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Essaar
A/C Sleeper (2+1)
₹783
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VGV TRAVELS
A/C Sleeper (2+1)
₹799
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How to Book Bus Tickets Online for Chennai to Karaikudi on MakeMyTrip
Follow below steps to book your Chennai to Karaikudi bus tickets:
- 1. Open the MakeMyTrip bus or Android/iOS app.
- 2. Enter your travel details: Input Chennai,Karaikudi, and your preferred travel date in the bus search section, then click on ‘Search’.
- 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. Select your bus: Choose a suitable bus, select your seat, and specify your boarding and dropping points.
- 5. Provide passenger information: Fill in the required passenger details along with your contact information, then click ‘Proceed to Payment’.
- 6. Complete your payment: Make the payment using your preferred method (UPI, credit/debit card, digital wallets, net banking, etc.).
- 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 Karaikudi with MakeMyTrip. Experience the ease and efficiency of online bus ticket booking today!
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Chennai to Karaikudi Bus Timings And Fare
Buses from Karaikudi to Chennai
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Boarding Points in Chennai
Koyambedu
Koyembedu
Porur Toll Gate
Kilambakkam Bus Terminus
Kilambakkam
Kilambakkam Bus Stand
Kilambakkam New Bus Stand
Guindy
Koyambedu - IntrCity Lounge
Porur Tollgate
Velachery
Koyambedu(VanPickup
Koyambedu (Pickup Van/Bus
Perungalathur
Egmore
Koyambedu Rkk Office
CHENNAI MADHAVARAM BUS TERMINUS
Koyambedu National Terminal (Pickup Van/Bus
Omni Bus Stand
Sholinganallur
Porur Toll gate
RMT Office MMDA Arumbakkam Metro Station
Kilambakkam Omni Bus Terminus
Omni Bus Stand koyambedu van pickup
Ashok Pillar
Maduravoyal
Vadapalani
Porur Toll
Koyambedu (Dhanapal Parking
Thuraipakkam
Porur Toll Plaza
Siruseri
Navalur
Perungudi
Porur
Tambaram
kilambakkam bus terminus
Koyambedu[Pickup By Van
Medavakkam
Guduvanchery
Vandalur
Hotel La Castle MADRAS REGENCY Opp CMBT
Koyambedu National
Poonamallee
koyembedu
KILAMBAKKAM BUS STAND
Karapakkam
Sriperumbudur
Urapakkam
Guduvancheri
Central
Koyambedu SBLT Office(vanpickup
Kilambakkam New Bus Terminus
Madhavaram
Guduvancherry
Vandalur (kilamabakkam New Bus Stand
Koyambedu majestic cards (Pickup Van/Bus
SRM University
Koyambedu(VanPickup)
10th Platform 4th bay Kilambakkam Bus stand
Koyambedu mSs Terminus
Koyembedu (Pickup Van/Bus
Poonamallee Bypass
Maraimalai Nagar
Koyembedu (Van Pickup
Guindy Indian bank ATM
Koyambedu (Pickup Van/Bus)
Srm University
Velacherry
Kelambakkam
koyembedu omni bus stand
SRP Tools
Koyembedu ( Van Pickup
Tidel Park
Nerkundram Lion Travels
Koyambedu (Dhanapal Parking)
Van/Bus Pickup)Koyambedu
Koyambedu pickup van
Sathyabama University
Thiruvanmiyur
Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand
Killambakkam New Bus Stand
KFC Motel Highway - Poonamalle Bye-pass
Kilambakkam Bus stand
Koyambedu (Van Pickup
Koyembedu New Terminus
Koyambedu National Terminal (Pickup Van/Bus)
Sholinganallur Water Tank
Redhills
Opp Vijayakanth Mandapam
Singaperumal Koil
Shollinganallur
Chrompet
Koyambedu Royal Travels
SRM College
Chengalpattu Toll Gate
Thiruvanmiyur Temple
Koyambedu (Sugam Travels
Madhya Kailash
KOYAMBEDU (SBLT LOUNGE)(van pickup
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Basic information for Chennai to Karaikudi route
- Avg. Travelling Time9h 50m
- Bus Departs FromChennai
- Bus Arrives InKaraikudi
- Distance372 Km
- Earliest Bus08:55 PM
- Last Bus08:55 PM
- Cheapest Bus TicketsRs. 649
- Bus Operators and Rithish Travels
Government, RTC and State Transport Bus Services and Timings - Important Things to Know
When you are booking a Chennai to Karaikudi bus, MakeMyTrip provides 1 bus services to choose from. Explore the top bus services available with MakeMyTrip and book as per your preference, the operators being private .
The ample number of bus operators and service providers also means sufficient frequency of buses to choose from with bus availability for this route accessible through MakeMyTrip’s website or app. The first bus for the day starts at 08:55 PM and the last begins at 08:55 PM. The detailed Chennai to Karaikudi bus timing is also available online, making bus selection easy. It takes approximately 9h 50m for trip completion. MakeMyTrip also makes bookings for buses to or from nearby locations with us, such as Velachery, Porur, Ambattur, Chennai Intl Airport, Thiruverkadu.
Chennai to Karaikudi Bus Seats Availability - Everything to Know
When looking for easy seat availability, travellers can plan their trip ahead and make early bookings of their Chennai to Karaikudi buses. There are several seat types you can choose from. The top seat types available in buses to Karaikudi from Chennai include the likes of SEATER, SLEEPER.
Depending on the seat type selected, the Chennai to Karaikudi bus fare differs too. MakeMyTrip keeps bus bookings affordable though, with bus fares for the route starting at Rs. 649 and the availability of exciting discounts.
Top Benefits of Booking Chennai to Karaikudi Buses with MakeMyTrip
Following are some top benefits of booking MakeMyTrip’s online Chennai to Karaikudi bus.
Easy, safe and comfortable bus journeys
Travellers can also experience safe, comfortable and hassle-free bus journeys, courtesy of exceptional features like easy bus tracking, experienced drivers, luxurious amenities and assistance for medical emergencies.
MakeMyTrip’s Chennai to Karaikudi Bus Types and Availability
When booking your Chennai to Karaikudi bus with MakeMyTrip, you can now choose from a number of bus types. The top bus types selected by passengers for this route include AC SEATER SLEEPER.
The booking process also allows you to choose from a number of pickup points like Koyambedu, Koyembedu, Porur Toll Gate, Kilambakkam Bus Terminus, Kilambakkam. The option to select your desired dropping point such as Karaikudi, Karaikudi New Bus Stand, Karaikudi Essaar, Karaikudi New Bus Stand RKT, Karaikudi New Bus stand is also available.
Smart Tips for Your Next Bus Journey From Chennai to Karaikudi
You can make travelling on a bus convenient with the following tips.
- Choose the bus amenities based on your travel requirements.
- Know about the frequency of buses operating between Mannady and Nemathampatti for improved trip planning.
- Use eligible offer coupons to bring down your travel costs.
- Enter your pick-up and drop location accurately for hassle-free boarding and deboarding.
- Choose an early bus booking to get your desired seat placement.
Amenity Types Available on MakeMyTrip’s Buses from Chennai to Karaikudi
During your booking of buses available on the Chennai to Karaikudi route, you can choose from a number of amenities with MakeMyTrip to keep your journey comfortable. Some top amenities you can choose when you book Chennai to Karaikudi bus include the likes of Charging Point, Reading Light, Pillow. The fares for these buses also vary based on the amenities and the bus type selected.
Things To Know About Chennai
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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
You can check the availability of buses with the MakeMyTrip app and website. Chennai is easily accessible by bus. Online bus booking to Chennai is the best option when booking a bus to Chennai. You can scroll through the variety of buses with different timings. MakeMyTrip provides a safe and hassle-free online bus booking experience. It gives complete disclosure of the bus type.
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 Karaikudi
Karaikudi
Karaikudi New Bus Stand
Karaikudi Essaar
Karaikudi New Bus Stand RKT
Karaikudi New Bus stand
RITHISH TRAVELS
Karaikudi Bus Stand
Old Bus Stand
New Bus stand
New Bus Stand
Tranzking Travels
old bus stand
Bus Stand
Water Tank
New BusStand VKV OFFICE
Kalanivasal
Sri Ram Nager
Sriram Nagar ( Bus Stop )
Karaikudi Yogam Travels
Old busstand
Karaikudi New Bus Stand
Burma colony (Bus Stop
Water Tank (Bus Stop)
Near Bus Stand
Water Tank (Bus Stop
Thirumayam (SBI ATM)
SRI RAMNAGAR
Pallathur
Sriram Nagar ( Bus Stop
Nemathanpatti
Old Bus Stand Karaikudi
Velangudi
Thirumayam (SBI ATM
Pallathur (Bus Stop)
Nemathampatti
Burma colony
Nemmathanpatti
Pillaiyarpatti
New Busstand
Periyar statue
Burma Colony
New bus stand
Velangudi Petrol Bunk (K K Ambal
Kaanadukathan
Karaikudi (Bus stand
Karaikudi New Bus Standv
Aarya Bhavan Bus Stop
Nemathanpatty
Pallathur (Bus Stop
pallathur
Trichy (No 1 Toll Gate
Sriram Nager ( Bus Stop
Burma colony (Bus Stop)
Pudukkottai (Sathiyam Hotel)
Sriram Nager ( Bus Stop )
Sriramnagar
Kalanivasal signal
Trichy
AriyaBhavan
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FAQ - Chennai to Karaikudi Bus Ticket Booking
How do I book Chennai to Karaikudi bus tickets on MakeMyTrip?
To book from Chennai to Karaikudi, open MakeMyTrip → Buses, choose Date, compare buses by fare, timing, and ratings, pick a seat, enter traveller details, and pay. Your e‑ticket is sent instantly via SMS/email.
Can I cancel or reschedule my Chennai to Karaikudi bus ticket?
Go to My Trips → Your booking, choose Cancel or Reschedule. Fees and refund depend on the operator’s cancellation window and policy for your bus. Refunds are initiated to the original payment method.
Does MakeMyTrip offer discounts on Chennai to Karaikudi bus bookings?
Yes. Check Offers during booking and apply a coupon if available. Savings vary by date, operator, and seat type.
What payment methods are accepted for bus tickets?
You can pay via UPI, credit/debit cards, net‑banking, and wallets. EMI and BNPL may appear for eligible users. All payments are encrypted and secure.
Is GST invoice available for corporate or business travel?
Yes. Add your GSTIN, company name, and address on the traveller details page. After confirmation, download the GST invoice from My Trips.
How do I track my bus in real-time?
After booking, go to My Trips → Track Bus to view live GPS, ETA, and route updates. Tracking appears once the operator shares live location.
Does MakeMyTrip support e-tickets or do I need a printed ticket?
Your e‑ticket on the app/SMS/email is valid for boarding. Carry a valid ID. A printout is not required unless the operator asks.
Does MakeMyTrip offer 24x7 customer support for bus bookings?
Yes. Use Help → Bus Bookings in the app/website for chat/call/email support, available 24×7.
Are pets allowed on buses booked through MakeMyTrip?
Most operators do not allow pets. Policies vary; check the Operator Policy on the bus details page or contact the operator before booking.
What is the lowest fare from Chennai to Karaikudi?
Fares on Chennai→Karaikudi start around Rs. 649 (subject to change). Use Sort → Price (Low to High) and apply Offers for best prices.
What is the highest fare from Chennai to Karaikudi?
Premium services on this route can go up to Rs. 649. These usually include AC sleepers, premium brands, or last‑minute seats.
How many buses operate daily between Chennai and Karaikudi?
About 1 buses run daily between Chennai and Karaikudi. Frequency increases on weekends and peak seasons.
What is the average travel time from Chennai to Karaikudi?
Average travel time is around 9h 50m. Actual duration depends on traffic, route, and rest stops.
When is the first bus from Chennai to Karaikudi?
The first bus from Chennai usually departs around 08:55 PM. Exact timings vary by day and operator; check the schedule for your date.
When is the last bus from Chennai to Karaikudi?
The last bus to Karaikudi typically departs around 08:55 PM. Timings can change on weekends/holidays.
Which operators run AC buses between Chennai and Karaikudi??
Yes. Many operators run AC coaches on this route. Use Filters → AC to view AC‑only buses.
Are Volvo buses available from Chennai to Karaikudi?
Yes, Volvo buses operate on this route. Filter by Bus Type → Volvo to see timings and fares.
Which operator provides the cheapest fare from Chennai to Karaikudi?
The cheapest current option is typically offered by Rithish Travels at about Rs. 649. Prices change with demand; check the listing for the latest.
Are sleeper coaches available on Chennai to Karaikudi buses?
Yes, sleeper and semi‑sleeper coaches are available. Use Seat Type → Sleeper/Semi‑Sleeper filters to find them.
Which is the earliest bus suitable for office commuters?
For office travellers, look for buses departing around the morning times. Apply filters for morning departures easily by navigating to the Quick Filters on the search result page.
Do buses provide Wi-Fi and charging points for work on the go?
Amenities vary by bus. Common ones include AC, charging points, reading lights, blankets, GPS tracking. Some premium coaches provide onboard entertainment/Wi‑Fi. See Amenities on the details page.
Are there seater coaches suitable for day-time travel?
Yes, seater coaches operate on this corridor and suit day travel. Filter by Seat Type → Seater.
Can I get a GST invoice for my company travel?
Yes. Add your GSTIN, company name, and address on the traveller details page. After confirmation, download the GST invoice from My Trips.