The Karaikal to Mettupalayam bus route covers approximately 409 kms and takes about 10 hrs 46 mins. A total of 4 direct buses operated by 2 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 19:15, and the last bus leaves at 19:50.
Major boarding points in Karaikal include Karaikal New Bus Stand, while common drop locations in Mettupalayam are Gandhipuram, Kavundampalayam, Thudiyalur.
RTC and private operators such as Krish Travels offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 790 - INR 1900.00 depending on the bus type and features.



