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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kottar is to bus via Kilambakkam B.S. which costs ₹500 - ₹1,300 and takes 17h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kottar is to fly and train which takes 6h 16m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kottar?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kottar. However, there are services departing from Payaigada and arriving at Nagercoil via Koyembedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kottar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Nagercoil Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kottar?

The distance between Chennai and Kottar is 660 km. The road distance is 686.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottar without a car is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Chennai to Kottar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottar train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Kottar?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottar is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹900 - ₹3,400 and takes 13h 51m.

Where does the Chennai to Kottar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Kottar train arrive?

Chennai to Kottar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Nagercoil Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Kottar?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kottar is 686 km. It takes approximately 10h 14m to drive from Chennai to Kottar.

Where can I stay near Kottar?

There are 144+ hotels available in Kottar.

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

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

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Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Tirunelveli to Nagercoil Jntrain
6h 16m
₹8,243–19,272
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Nagercoil Jntrain 12633 / ...
11h 35m
₹370–2,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu to Nagercoilbus
13h 51m
₹908–3,326
Drive 686.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kottarcar 686.2 km
10h 14m
₹7,702–11,125
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 Nagercoil Jntrain
6h 32m
₹5,764–11,592
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Nagercoil Jntrain
9h 24m
₹5,838–10,907
Bus via Kilambakkam B.S.
1. Take the bus from Chennai Kalainagar CBT to Nagercoilbus 282Ud
17h 42m
₹523–1,216

Chennai to Kottar by train

11Weekly Trains

11h 35mAverage Duration

₹370Cheapest Price

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Distance: 659.7 km
Duration: 6h 16m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Nagercoil Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹370–2,900 and the journey takes 11h 35m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Koyembedu to Nagercoil once daily. Tickets cost ₹900–3,300 and the journey takes 12h 11m.

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