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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Alathur is to train which costs ₹330 - ₹2,500 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Alathur is to fly and bus which takes 4h 54m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Alathur?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Alathur. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Alathur via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Alathur?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Alathur. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Palakkad via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Chennai to Alathur?

The distance between Chennai and Alathur is 624 km. The road distance is 549.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Alathur without a car is to train which takes 9h 25m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Chennai to Alathur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Alathur bus from?

Chennai to Alathur bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Alathur train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Alathur?

The best way to get from Chennai to Alathur is to train which takes 9h 25m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus via Palakkad, which costs and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Chennai to Alathur bus arrive?

Chennai to Alathur bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Palakkad, Kerala station.

Where does the Chennai to Alathur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Alathur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Alathur is 549 km. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from Chennai to Alathur.

Where can I stay near Alathur?

There are 116+ hotels available in Alathur.

Chennai to Alathur - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Chennai to Alathur by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the bus from Angamaly to Alathurbus
4h 54m
₹6,563–11,422
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Palakkadtrain 12623 / ...
9h 25m
₹339–2,438
Bus via Palakkad
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Palakkad, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Palakkad, Kerala
11h 40m
Drive 549.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Alathurcar 549.1 km
8h 8m
₹6,196–8,949
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Alathurtaxi 549.1 km
8h 8m
₹12,000–15,000
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Alathurbus
6h 55m
₹5,253–8,672
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 Palakkadtrain
7h 48m
₹6,333–12,382
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vadalapani to Alathurbus
14h 50m
₹1,110–3,361

Chennai to Alathur by train, foot, and bus

66Weekly Services

9h 25mAverage Duration

₹339Cheapest Price

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Distance: 624.1 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Alathur, Kerala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Palakkad every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹300–2,400 and the journey takes 8h 7m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Palakkad, Kerala every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 10h 20m.

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