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Lokmanyatilak to Karaikal Trains

Q: What classes are available on Lokmanyatilak to Karaikal trains?

Trains on this route offer various classes including Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), Second AC (2A), First AC (1A), Chair Car (CC), and more depending on the train.

2 direct trains between Lokmanyatilak (LTT) and Karaikal (KIK) — fastest covers it in 29h 40m, cheapest from ₹615.

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2Total trains

1592km

29h 40mFastest

₹615From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take LTT KARAIKAL EXP (29h 40m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹615. Premium-class travellers should book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks; sleeper-class WL on this corridor often clears in the chart.

Train No.	Train Name	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Classes	Runs On
11017	LTT KARAIKAL EXP	13:15	18:55	29h 40m	2A, 3A, SL	Sat
09030	BL VLNK SPL	22:10	07:44	33h 34m	2A, 3A, SL	Tue

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Lokmanyatilak to Karaikal?

There are 2 direct trains between Lokmanyatilak (LTT) and Karaikal (KIK).

Which is the fastest train from Lokmanyatilak to Karaikal?

LTT KARAIKAL EXP (11017) is the fastest, covering the route in 29h 40m (1592 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Lokmanyatilak to Karaikal?

The lowest base fare is ₹615 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Lokmanyatilak to Karaikal?

Visit Ghumo.Live, select your travel date, and view real-time CNF/RAC/WL availability for all classes (SL, 3A, 2A, 1A, CC, EC) and quotas (GN, TQ, PT). The arrow buttons (‹ ›) flip dates without re-running the search.

What classes are available on Lokmanyatilak to Karaikal trains?

Available classes on this route: 2A, 3A, SL.

When should I book to get a confirmed ticket?

For premium classes (1A/2A/3A) on this route, book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks. For Sleeper, mid-week travel typically clears WL in the chart even when booked 2–3 weeks ahead. Use Waitlist Prediction to get specific odds for your train and date.