The Karaikudi to Mettupalayam bus route covers approximately 278 kms and takes about 8 hrs 6 mins. A total of 5 direct buses operated by 3 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 21:30, and the last bus leaves at 22:20.
Major boarding points in Karaikudi include Nemathanpatti, New Bus Stand, Old Bus Stand, while common drop locations in Mettupalayam are Others, Periyanyakanpalayam, Thudiyalur.
RTC and private operators such as Essaar offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 450 - INR 3000.00 depending on the bus type and features.



