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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kottayam is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 12h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kottayam is to fly and train which takes 6h 50m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kottayam, Kerala. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 12m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kottayam?

The distance between Chennai and Kottayam is 621 km. The road distance is 667.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Chennai to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottayam bus from?

Chennai to Kottayam bus services, operated by Azul Transports Private Limited, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kottayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kottayam is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 25m.

Where does the Chennai to Kottayam bus arrive?

Chennai to Kottayam bus services, operated by Azul Transports Private Limited, arrive at Kottayam, Kerala station.

Where does the Chennai to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kottayam is 667 km. It takes approximately 10h 9m to drive from Chennai to Kottayam.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Kottayam?

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Where can I stay near Kottayam?

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

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

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain
6h 50m
₹5,720–9,698
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Kottayamtrain 12623 / ...
12h 12m
₹380–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kottayam, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kottayam, Kerala
14h 25m
Drive 667.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kottayamcar 667.3 km
10h 9m
₹7,552–10,908
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 Kottayamtrain
7h 25m
₹6,211–12,458
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Aluvabus
3. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain
7h 55m
₹6,600–11,148
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 Shoranur Jntrain
3. Take the train from Shoranur Jn to Kottayamtrain
9h 33m
₹6,860–12,538
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem to Kottayambus
16h 16m

Chennai to Kottayam by train

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12h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 620.5 km
Duration: 6h 50m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Kottayam twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 12m. Alternatively, Azul Transports Private Limited operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kottayam, Kerala every 3 hours, and the journey takes 14h 25m.

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