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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Alappuzha is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 13h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Alappuzha is to fly and subway and train which takes 6h 20m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Alappuzha?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Alappuzha. However, there are services departing from Payaigada and arriving at Alappuzha via Koyembedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Alappuzha?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perambur and arriving at Alappuzha. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 13h 10m.

How far is it from Chennai to Alappuzha?

The distance between Chennai and Alappuzha is 623 km. The road distance is 697 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Alappuzha without a car is to train which takes 13h 10m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Chennai to Alappuzha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Alappuzha bus from?

Chennai to Alappuzha bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Koyembedu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Alappuzha train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Alappuzha?

The best way to get from Chennai to Alappuzha is to train which takes 13h 10m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,400 and takes 15h 15m.

Where does the Chennai to Alappuzha bus arrive?

Chennai to Alappuzha bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Alappuzha station.

Where does the Chennai to Alappuzha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Alappuzha?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Alappuzha is 697 km. It takes approximately 10h 38m to drive from Chennai to Alappuzha.

Where can I stay near Alappuzha?

There are 702+ hotels available in Alappuzha.

Chennai to Alappuzha - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, subway, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Chennai to Alappuzha by plane, subway, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, subway, train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the subway from Aluva to Ernakulam Southsubway
3. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Alappuzhatrain
6h 20m
₹5,338–9,992
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Alappuzhatrain 22642
13h 10m
₹380–2,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu to Alappuzhabus
15h 15m
₹1,108–3,326
Drive 697 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Alappuzhacar 697 km
10h 38m
₹7,819–11,294
Fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Alappuzhatrain
6h 57m
₹5,794–11,792
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Aluvabus
3. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Alappuzhatrain
7h 22m
₹6,218–11,942
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Alappuzhatrain
11h 44m
₹8,233–19,772
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
2. Take the train from Parpanangadi to Shoranur Jntrain
3. Take the train from Shoranur Jn to Alappuzhatrain
8h 54m
₹6,443–13,872
Bus via Palani
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Palani, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Palani, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Palani to Alapuzzhabus
18h

Chennai to Alappuzha by train

2Weekly Trains

13h 10mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 623.4 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Perambur to Alappuzha twice a week. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 10m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Koyembedu to Alappuzha twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–3,300 and the journey takes 13h 35m.

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