What is the cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 13h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai is to train and subway and fly which takes 6h 1m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Alappuzha and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Alappuzha to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Alapuzzha and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Angamaly and Thrissur, Kerala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Alappuzha and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Perambur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Alappuzha to Chennai?

The distance between Alappuzha and Chennai is 621 km. The road distance is 700.4 km.

How do I travel from Alappuzha to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900.

How long does it take to get from Alappuzha to Chennai?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Alappuzha to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Chennai bus from?

Alappuzha to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Alapuzzha station.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Chennai train from?

Alappuzha to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Alappuzha station.

Train or bus from Alappuzha to Chennai?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus via Thrissur, which costs and takes 14h 41m.

Where does the Alappuzha to Chennai bus arrive?

Alappuzha to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Angamaly station.

Where does the Alappuzha to Chennai train arrive?

Alappuzha to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Alappuzha to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Alappuzha to Chennai is 700 km. It takes approximately 10h 29m to drive from Alappuzha to Chennai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Alappuzha to Chennai?

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Alappuzha to Chennai - 8 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Alappuzha to Chennai by train, subway, plane, bus, or car

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Train, subway to Cochin International Airport, fly, subway
best
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Ernakulam Jntrain
2. Take the subway from Ernakulam South to Aluvasubway
3. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4. Take the subway from Airport to Cmbtsubway
6h 1m
₹5,262–10,640
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Peramburtrain 22640 / ...
13h 23m
₹380–2,900
Bus via Thrissur
1. Take the bus from Alapuzzha to Angamalybus
2. Take the bus from Angamaly to Thrissur, Keralabus
3. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus
14h 41m
Drive 700.4 km
1. Drive from Alappuzha to Chennaicar 700.4 km
10h 29m
₹7,994–11,547
Train to Trivandrum, fly
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
7h 12m
₹7,490–16,770
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Maniyachchi Jntrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
10h 48m
₹8,654–18,847
Train, train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Shoranur Jntrain
2. Take the train from Shoranur Jn to Parpanangaditrain
3. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
8h 38m
₹6,917–13,070
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Vadalapanibus
18h 11m
₹1,113–3,250

Alappuzha to Chennai by train

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13h 23mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 621.3 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Alappuzha, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Alappuzha to Perambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alapuzzha to Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Angamaly, Angamaly, and Thrissur, Kerala in around 14h 41m.

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