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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Koodankulam is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,800 and takes 11h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Koodankulam is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 39m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Koodankulam?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Koodankulam. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Kavalkinaru via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Koodankulam?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Koodankulam. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Aralvaymoli via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.

How far is it from Chennai to Koodankulam?

The distance between Chennai and Koodankulam is 626 km. The road distance is 677.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Koodankulam without a car is to train which takes 11h 42m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Chennai to Koodankulam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Koodankulam bus from?

Chennai to Koodankulam bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Koodankulam train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Koodankulam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Koodankulam is to train which takes 11h 42m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,700 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Chennai to Koodankulam bus arrive?

Chennai to Koodankulam bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Kavalkinaru station.

Where does the Chennai to Koodankulam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Koodankulam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Koodankulam is 678 km. It takes approximately 10h 7m to drive from Chennai to Koodankulam.

Where can I stay near Koodankulam?

There are 152+ hotels available in Koodankulam.

Chennai to Koodankulam - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Chennai to Koodankulam by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Tuticorin Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the taxi from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Koodankulamtaxi
4h 39m
₹9,730–16,738
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Aralvaymolitrain 20635 / ...
11h 42m
₹1,119–3,729
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kavalkinarubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
12h 8m
₹1,629–3,608
Drive 677.5 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Koodankulamcar 677.5 km
10h 7m
₹6,571–9,492
Fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram North to Aralvaymolitrain
7h 58m
₹8,220–16,588
Bus via Thisayanvilai
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Thisayanvilaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
12h 26m
Train via Kanyakumari
1. Take the train from Perambur to Kanyakumaritrain 16368
17h 48m
₹1,182–4,195

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR) flights

28Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

₹7,841Cheapest Price

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Distance: 625.6 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Aralvaymoli twice daily. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 11h 11m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Chennai to Kavalkinaru hourly, and the journey takes 11h 45m. 19 other operators also service this route.

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