What is the cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam?

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam is to train which costs ₹290 - ₹2,200 and takes 8h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam?

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs ₹4,100 - ₹6,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Ottapalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Bengaluru to Ottapalam. However, there are services departing from Kalasipalayam and arriving at Palakkad via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Ottapalam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bangalore Cant and arriving at Ottappalam. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Ottapalam?

The distance between Bengaluru and Ottapalam is 498 km. The road distance is 367.4 km.

How do I travel from Bengaluru to Ottapalam without a car?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam without a car is to train which takes 8h 22m and costs ₹290 - ₹2,200.

How long does it take to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam?

The train from Bangalore Cant to Ottappalam takes 8h 22m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Ottapalam bus from?

Bengaluru to Ottapalam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Kalasipalayam station.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Ottapalam train from?

Bengaluru to Ottapalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Bangalore Cant station.

Train or bus from Bengaluru to Ottapalam?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam is to train which takes 8h 22m and costs ₹290 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹950 - ₹3,200 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Ottapalam bus arrive?

Bengaluru to Ottapalam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Palakkad station.

Where does the Bengaluru to Ottapalam train arrive?

Bengaluru to Ottapalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ottappalam station.

Can I drive from Bengaluru to Ottapalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to Ottapalam is 367 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Bengaluru to Ottapalam.

Where can I stay near Ottapalam?

There are 52+ hotels available in Ottapalam.

Bengaluru to Ottapalam - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bengaluru to Ottapalam by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangalore Cant to Ottappalamtrain 16526
8h 22m
₹290–2,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kalasipalayam to Palakkadbus
8h 55m
₹985–3,179
Drive 367.4 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to Ottapalamcar 367.4 km
5h 27m
₹4,132–5,969
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bengaluru to Ottapalamtaxi 367.4 km
5h 27m
₹8,500–11,000
Bus, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane BLR - CJB
3. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Ottappalamtrain
6h 13m
₹4,942–8,307
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Tirupur, Tamil Nadubus Bangalore, Karnataka - Tirupur, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the train from Tiruppur to Ottappalamtrain 12511 / ...
9h 14m
Bus, fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane BLR - CCJ
3. Take the train from Parpanangadi to Ottappalamtrain
6h 19m
₹3,752–10,087
Bus, fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane BLR - COK
3. Take the train from Aluva to Ottappalamtrain
8h 6m
₹4,372–12,447

Bengaluru to Ottapalam by train

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8h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 498.2 km
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Bengaluru, India and Ottapalam, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Bangalore Cant to Ottappalam once daily. Tickets cost ₹290–2,200 and the journey takes 8h 22m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Kalasipalayam to Palakkad once daily. Tickets cost ₹850–2,300 and the journey takes 7h 29m.

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