SETC, the premium long-distance bus service operated by the Government of Tamil Nadu, continues to offer excellent connectivity across Tamil Nadu and neighbouring states. The State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) plays a vital role in ensuring travel comfort with its long route services across the state.
A new SETC non-AC Ultra Deluxe bus service is operated from Neyveli to Kanyakumari with boarding points in Ariyalur, Trichy and Tirunelveli. The bus service connects key towns and districts across Tamil Nadu, ensuring affordable and comfortable travel for passengers.
This particular service operates with route number 125KUD and service code 1700NEVKAK. The bus departs daily from Neyveli at 5:00 PM and reaches its final destination, Kanyakumari, by 6:00 AM the next morning, covering a total distance of 379 kilometres in approximately 9 hours of journey time.
The Ultra Deluxe coach used in this route is a non-AC variant built on air suspension chassis offering enhanced ride comfort. The coach is fitted with pushback seats, mobile charging ports, individual reading lamps, and sliding glass windows for ventilation.
The scheduled route and departure timings from various towns are listed below:
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Neyveli – 05:00 PM
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Virudhachalam – 05:30 PM
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Andimadam – 06:00 PM
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Jayankondam – 06:45 PM
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Ariyalur – 07:30 PM
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Kolakkanatham – 08:00 PM
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Alathur – 08:15 PM
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Trichy – 09:15 PM
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Kovilpatti (Tirunelveli) – 02:00 AM
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Tirunelveli – 03:30 AM
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Nagercoil Vadacherry – 05:30 AM
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Kanyakumari – 06:00 AM
The fare for an adult passenger on this route is fixed at Rs. 378. Passengers are advised to check for any applicable concessions or levies as per SETC rules.
This service is a boon for passengers looking to travel between central Tamil Nadu and the southernmost tip of India, Kanyakumari. The bus route connects several rural and urban regions providing reliable overnight transport for students, professionals, and tourists alike.
The passengers can reserve their tickets via online by visiting the official ticket reservation portal www.tnstc.in , passengers can also plan their travel in advance of 90 days from the date of booking. Passengers trying to book the bus service please select Start Point ” Salem” and End Point “Kozhicode”.
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