Tiruchirappalli to Karunagappalli
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu to Karunagappalli, Kerala.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Tiruchirappalli to Karunagappalli
398 km · ~8h 38m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Tiruchirappalli
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near AmmainaickanurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SabarimalaAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
98 km · 1h 58m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KarunagappalliKarunagappalli, Kerala
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Tiruchirappalli to Karunagappalli
398 km · ~8h 51m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Tiruchirappalli
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Tiruchirappalli. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Tiruchirappalli → Karunagappalli
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~398 km
~8h 51m|Tentative fare ₹440–₹1,160
Usual tea / meal halts: Usilampatti (~170 km)
- Arrive in Karunagappalli
Karunagappalli, Kerala
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Tiruchirappalli to Karunagappalli
Nearest railway stations: Ponmalai Golden Rock for Tiruchirappalli, Karunagapalli for Karunagappalli.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 11h 5m in total
Change trains at Erode Jn — about 45m wait
1 change · 11h 5m in total
Change trains at Erode Jn — about 45m wait
1 change · 11h 20m in total
Change trains at Madukarai — about 40m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Transport Options
Tiruchirappalli to Karunagappalli: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Tiruchirappalli to Karunagappalli is about 398 km by road, roughly 8 hours of travel time. The road passes near Dindigul and Idukki.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 398 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,480 · Sedan ₹5,270 · SUV ₹6,920 · Innova / MUV ₹7,760 · Tempo Traveller ₹9,060
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹440 · AC Seater ₹720 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹640 · AC Sleeper ₹920 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,160
- Train: Sleeper ₹270 · Economy ₹430 · Third AC ₹590 · Second AC ₹830 · First AC ₹1,140
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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