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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kottarakara is to train and bus via Perambur which costs ₹440 - ₹3,100 and takes 15h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kottarakara is to fly and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kottarakara?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kottarakara. However, there are services departing from Vadapalani and arriving at Kottarakara via Virugambakkam Saradha Nagar and Koyembedu Omni Bus stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kottarakara?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Kottarakara. However, there are services departing from Chennai Park and arriving at Kottarakara via Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kottarakara?

The distance between Chennai and Kottarakara is 704 km. The road distance is 685.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottarakara without a car is to train which takes 14h 15m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Chennai to Kottarakara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottarakara bus from?

Chennai to Kottarakara bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottarakara train from?

Chennai to Kottarakara train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Kottarakara?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottarakara is to train which takes 14h 15m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹950 - ₹3,000 and takes 15h 3m.

Where does the Chennai to Kottarakara bus arrive?

Chennai to Kottarakara bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Kottarakara station.

Where does the Chennai to Kottarakara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kottarakara?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kottarakara is 686 km. It takes approximately 10h 27m to drive from Chennai to Kottarakara.

Where can I stay near Kottarakara?

There are 780+ hotels available in Kottarakara.

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

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

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Fly to Trivandrum, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottarakarabus
6h 15m
₹6,136–11,318
Train, bus via Perambur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Chengannurtrain 06117
2. Take the bus from Chengannur to Kottakarrabus
15h 52m
₹443–3,088
Train
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Kottarakaratrain 16101 / ...
14h 15m
₹566–3,814
Bus
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Kottarakarabus
15h 3m
₹962–2,946
Drive 685.6 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kottarakaracar 685.6 km
10h 27m
₹7,726–11,160
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Chengannurtrain
3. Take the bus from Chengannur to Kottakarrabus
9h 6m
₹5,780–9,928
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Chengannurtrain 12623 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chengannur to Kottakarrabus
14h 28m
₹449–3,131
Bus via Teni
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Theni, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Theni to Kottarakkarabus
17h 56m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

₹6,394Cheapest Price

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Distance: 704 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Kottarakara once daily. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 34m. Alternatively, Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Kottarakara once daily. Tickets cost ₹950–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 7m.

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