The 16529 Smvt Bengaluru Karaikal Express (Un Reserved) is a daily train that runs from Smvt Bengaluru (SMVB) to Karaikal (KIK), covering a distance of approximately 561 kilometers. The train takes around 15 hours and 50 minutes to complete the journey, passing through 56 major stations. It offers multiple classes, including Sleeper, First AC, Executive Class, and more, and provides on-board catering services. The train operates on all days of the week, departing from Smvt Bengaluru at 07:30 hours and arriving at Karaikal at 22:35 hours. The maximum halt time for this train is 10 minutes at Vriddhachalam Jn, allowing passengers to get down and freshen up. This train is a popular choice for travelers between these two major cities in southern India, offering a comfortable and efficient Book train tickets from Bajaj Finserv and get offers, deals, and discounts.
Karaikal Express (16529) timings and schedule
Below is the schedule of the Karaikal Express:
| Station | Arrival | Departure | Halt time (mins) |
| Smvt Bengaluru | Start | 07:30:00 | 0 |
| Baiyyappanahalli | 07:38:00 | 07:39:00 | 1 |
| Belandur Road | 07:48:00 | 07:49:00 | 1 |
| Karmelram | 07:54:00 | 07:55:00 | 1 |
| Heelalige | 08:05:00 | 08:06:00 | 1 |
| Anekal Road | 08:15:00 | 08:16:00 | 1 |
| Hosur | 08:35:00 | 08:36:00 | 1 |
| Kelamangalam | 08:49:00 | 08:05:00 | 1 |
| Periyanagathunai | 08:59:00 | 09:00:00 | 1 |
| Rayakkottai | 09:16:00 | 09:17:00 | 1 |
| Marandahalli | 09:39:00 | 09:40:00 | 1 |
| Palakkodu | 09:53:00 | 09:54:00 | 1 |
| Dharmapuri | 10:15:00 | 10:16:00 | 1 |
| Sivadi | 10:26:00 | 10:27:00 | 1 |
| Muthampatti H | 10:36:00 | 10:37:00 | 1 |
| Toppur | 10:49:00 | 10:50:00 | 1 |
| Karuvalli | 11:04:00 | 11:05:00 | 1 |
| Semmandappatti | 11:12:00 | 11:13:00 | 1 |
| Omalur | 12:19:00 | 12:20:00 | 1 |
| Salem Jn | 12:55:00 | 13:00:00 | 5 |
| Salem Market | 13:07:00 | 13:08:00 | 1 |
| Salem Town | 13:12:00 | 13:13:00 | 1 |
| Ayodhyapattanam | 13:21:00 | 13:22:00 | 1 |
| Minnampalli | 13:03:00 | 13:31:00 | 1 |
| Valappadi Gate | 13:40:00 | 13:41:00 | 1 |
| Ettapur Road | 13:47:00 | 13:48:00 | 1 |
| Peddanayakkanpalaiyam | 13:53:00 | 13:54:00 | 1 |
| Attur | 14:05:00 | 14:06:00 | 1 |
| Talaivasal | 14:19:00 | 14:20:00 | 1 |
| Melnariyappanur | 14:27:00 | 14:28:00 | 1 |
| Chinna Salem | 14:36:00 | 14:37:00 | 1 |
| Siruvattur | 14:42:00 | 14:43:00 | 1 |
| Pukkiravari | 14:49:00 | 14:50:00 | 1 |
| Kuttakudi | 15:09:00 | 15:10:00 | 1 |
| Mukhasa Parur | 15:19:00 | 15:20:00 | 1 |
| Vriddhachalam Jn | 16:10:00 | 16:20:00 | 10 |
| Uttangal Mangalam | 16:35:00 | 16:36:00 | 1 |
| Neyveli | 16:43:00 | 16:44:00 | 1 |
| Vadalur | 16:52:00 | 16:53:00 | 1 |
| Kurinjipadi | 17:01:00 | 17:02:00 | 1 |
| Cuddalore Port Jn | 17:40:00 | 17:50:00 | 10 |
| Parangippettai | 18:11:00 | 18:12:00 | 1 |
| Chidambaram | 18:23:00 | 18:25:00 | 2 |
| Vallampadugai | 18:31:00 | 18:32:00 | 1 |
| Kollidam | 18:37:00 | 18:38:00 | 1 |
| Sirkazhi | 18:48:00 | 18:49:00 | 1 |
| Vaithisvarankoil | 18:56:00 | 18:57:00 | 1 |
| Anandatandavapuram | 19:03:00 | 19:04:00 | 1 |
| Nidur | 19:09:00 | 19:10:00 | 1 |
| Mayiladuturai Jn | 19:20:00 | 19:25:00 | 5 |
| Peralam | 19:41:00 | 19:42:00 | 1 |
| Nannilam | 19:52:00 | 19:53:00 | 1 |
| Thiruvarur Jn | 20:20:00 | 20:30:00 | 10 |
| Nagappattinam | 21:05:00 | 21:01:00 | 5 |
| Nagore | 21:23:00 | 21:25:00 | 2 |
| Karaikal | 22:35:00 | End | 0 |
Prices and details of Karaikal Express
The Karaikal Express 16529 train serves the customers with only General class. Prices for General class is mentioned in the table below:
| Coach class | Starting fare (Rs. ) |
| General | 170 |
*Ticket prices may vary. Kindly visit IRCTC and confirm the prices before booking your ticket.
Major stations with over 5 minutes of halt time
Here are the stations with halt timing of over 5 minutes:
| Station | Arrival | Departure | Halt time (mins) |
| Salem Jn | 12:55:00 | 13:00:00 | 5 |
| Vriddhachalam Jn | 16:10:00 | 16:20:00 | 10 |
| Cuddalore Port Jn | 17:40:00 | 17:50:00 | 10 |
| Mayiladuturai Jn | 19:20:00 | 19:25:00 | 5 |
| Thiruvarur Jn | 20:20:00 | 20:30:00 | 10 |
| Nagappattinam | 21:05:00 | 21:10:00 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
The Karaikal Express (16529) covers an approximate distance of 561 kms.
The Karaikal Express takes up to 15 hours 5 minutes to complete a journey.
