Chennai to Karaikal Trains

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2 Direct Trains Running from Chennai to Karaikal

16175 MS KIK EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
21:30
07h 20m
04:50
Chennai (TBM)
16175 running status
Karaikal (KIK)
11017 LTT KARAIKAL EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
11:15
07h 40m
18:55
Chennai (MS)
11017 running status
Karaikal (KIK)

17 Trains from Chennai to Karaikal nearby stations

16103 TBM RMM EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
18:10
05h 20m
23:30
Chennai (TBM)
16103 running status
Thiruvarur (TVR)
16179 MS MQ EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A, 1A
22:55
05h 55m
04:50
Chennai (MS)
16179 running status
Thiruvarur (TVR)
16368 KASHI TAMIL EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 3A, 2A, 1A
03:30
07h 13m
10:43
chennai (PER)
16368 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
16751 MS RMM EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, SL, 3A
19:15
04h 40m
23:55
Chennai (MS)
16751 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
16865 UZHAVAN EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
22:25
05h 25m
03:50
Chennai (MS)
16865 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
20605 MS TCN SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A, 1A
16:00
05h 10m
21:10
Chennai (MS)
20605 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
20683 TBM SCT SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 2A
21:00
04h 50m
01:50
Chennai (TBM)
20683 running status
Thiruvarur (TVR)
22536 BSBS RMM EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
08:30
04h 48m
13:18
Chennai (MS)
22536 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
22675 CHOZHAN SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
07:45
04h 43m
12:28
Chennai (MS)
22675 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
06191 TBM TPJ SPL
M T W T F S S
2S, CC
15:45
04h 05m
19:50
Chennai (TBM)
06191 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
20849 BBS RMM SF
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
08:25
04h 53m
13:18
Chennai (MS)
20849 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
22614 AYC RMM EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
13:55
04h 48m
18:43
Chennai (MS)
22614 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
22623 MS MDU SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, 3A, 2A, SL
22:30
04h 08m
02:38
Chennai (TBM)
22623 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
22673 BGKT MQ SF EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, 2A, SL
09:40
05h 28m
15:08
Chennai (MS)
22673 running status
Thiruvarur (TVR)
09419 ADI TPJ SPECIAL
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
16:25
06h 38m
23:03
Chennai (MS)
09419 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
06011 TBM NCJ SF SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
15:30
04h 20m
19:50
Chennai (TBM)
06011 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
06185 TBM PTJ SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
17:05
05h 23m
22:28
Chennai (TBM)
06185 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
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Weekly Trains from Chennai to Karaikal

There are 9 trains running weekly from Chennai to Karaikal. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Chennai to Karaikal.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
LTT KARAIKAL EXP (11017)11:1518:5507 hrs 40 mins₹235
KASHI TAMIL EXP (16368)03:3010:4307 hrs 13 mins₹230
BSBS RMM EXP (22536)08:3013:1804 hrs 48 mins₹230
BBS RMM SF (20849)08:2513:1804 hrs 53 mins-
AYC RMM EXPRESS (22614)13:5518:4304 hrs 48 mins₹230
BGKT MQ SF EXP (22673)09:4015:0805 hrs 28 mins₹245
ADI TPJ SPECIAL (09419)16:2523:0306 hrs 38 mins₹385
TBM NCJ SF SPL (06011)15:3019:5004 hrs 20 mins-
TBM PTJ SPL (06185)17:0522:2805 hrs 23 mins₹385

Daily Trains from Chennai to Karaikal

There are 7 trains running daily from Chennai to Karaikal. Below is a list of trains running daily from Chennai to Karaikal.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
MS KIK EXPRESS (16175)21:3004:5007 hrs 20 mins₹225
TBM RMM EXP (16103)18:1023:3005 hrs 20 mins-
MS MQ EXPRESS (16179)22:5504:5005 hrs 55 mins₹215
MS RMM EXPRESS (16751)19:1523:5504 hrs 40 mins₹200
UZHAVAN EXPRESS (16865)22:2503:5005 hrs 25 mins₹200
MS TCN SF EXP (20605)16:0021:1005 hrs 10 mins₹230
CHOZHAN SF EXP (22675)07:4512:2804 hrs 43 mins₹135
Karaikal to Chennai trains

Chennai to Karaikal Train Overview

Are you looking for Chennai to Karaikal trains? You must check out some important train-related information for your desired route. Find out the ticket price, distance, duration and other key details of trains running from Chennai to Karaikal. 

Chennai to Karaikal Distance 

292 kms

Chennai to Karaikal Duration

 05h 24m

Total number of trains running from Chennai to Karaikal 

19

Number of trains running daily from Chennai to Karaikal 

7

Number of trains running weekly from Chennai to Karaikal 

9 

Fastest train from Chennai to Karaikal 

TBM TPJ SPL (06191)

Cheapest train from Chennai to Karaikal 

22675 (CHOZHAN SF EXP)

Departure timing of the first train from Chennai

03:30

Departure timing of the last train from Chennai

22:55

First train from Chennai to Karaikal

KASHI TAMIL EXP,(16368)

Last train from Chennai to Karaikal 

MS MQ EXPRESS (16179)

Number of Major railway stations in Chennai

16

Number of Major railway stations in Karaikal 

1 

Chennai to Karaikal Train Timings

The first train running from Chennai to Karaikal is at 03:30, while the last train is at 22:55. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Chennai to Karaikal route.

Chennai to Karaikal Distance

The distance between Chennai and Karaikal is about 292 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 05h 24m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Chennai to Karaikal Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Chennai to Karaikal is ₹235.0, while the maximum ticket price from Chennai to Karaikal is ₹900.0.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Chennai to Karaikal Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Chennai to Karaikal?

As per the new Tatkal booking rules, users must link their IRCTC account with their Aadhaar number to make successful booking.

How many days in advance can I book a train from Chennai to Karaikal?

As per IRCTC rules, you can book train tickets 60 days in advance.

How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?

For any train ticket booking queries from Chennai to Karaikal, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

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

Travelling by train is the most convenient option for passengers commuting frequently. You can book train tickets from Chennai to Karaikal in your preferred travel class and enjoy your travel.

How many trains run from Chennai to Karaikal?

There are 19 trains that run from Chennai to Karaikal route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.

Which is the fastest train running from Chennai to Karaikal?

TBM TPJ SPL (06191) is the fastest among the Chennai to Karaikal Trains. It departs from Chennai (TBM) at 15:45 and arrives at Mayiladuturai (MV) at 19:50, covering the distance in just 04 hrs 05 mins.

What are the first and last train timings from Chennai to Karaikal?

The first train departs from Chennai to Karaikal is at 03:30 while, the last train depart at 22:55

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