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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kottappuram is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹2,800 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kottappuram is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 55m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kottappuram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kottappuram. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kottappuram?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Kottappuram. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Tiruttangal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kottappuram?

The distance between Chennai and Kottappuram is 492 km. The road distance is 517.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottappuram without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Chennai to Kottappuram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottappuram bus from?

Chennai to Kottappuram bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottappuram train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Kottappuram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottappuram is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the Chennai to Kottappuram bus arrive?

Chennai to Kottappuram bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Kottappuram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kottappuram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kottappuram is 517 km. It takes approximately 7h 53m to drive from Chennai to Kottappuram.

Where can I stay near Kottappuram?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kottappuram.

Chennai to Kottappuram - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Kottappuram by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the taxi from Madurai-Airport-IXM to Kottappuramtaxi
3h 55m
₹5,980–9,738
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Tiruttangaltrain 12661
8h 37m
₹643–2,758
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu
10h 37m
Drive 517.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kottappuramcar 517.1 km
7h 53m
₹5,871–8,480
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Kottappuramtaxi 517.1 km
7h 53m
₹11,000–14,000
Bus via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadubus
11h 2m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM) flights

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 491.5 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Kottappuram, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Tiruttangal once daily. Tickets cost ₹310–2,400 and the journey takes 8h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kottappuram via Madurai, Tamil Nadu and Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu in around 10h 37m.

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