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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kudankulam is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,700 and takes 11h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kudankulam is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 40m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kudankulam?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kudankulam. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Kavalkinaru via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kudankulam?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Kudankulam. 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 Kudankulam?

The distance between Chennai and Kudankulam is 626 km. The road distance is 678.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kudankulam without a car is to train which takes 11h 42m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Chennai to Kudankulam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kudankulam bus from?

Chennai to Kudankulam bus services, operated by LION Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kudankulam train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Kudankulam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kudankulam is to train which takes 11h 42m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹3,300 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Chennai to Kudankulam bus arrive?

Chennai to Kudankulam bus services, operated by LION Travels, arrive at Kavalkinaru station.

Where does the Chennai to Kudankulam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kudankulam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kudankulam is 678 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Chennai to Kudankulam.

Where can I stay near Kudankulam?

There are 150+ hotels available in Kudankulam.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Chennai to Kudankulam 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 Kudankulamtaxi
4h 40m
₹9,730–16,738
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Aralvaymolitrain 20635 / ...
11h 42m
₹1,119–3,679
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kavalkinarubus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
11h 53m
₹1,881–3,288
Drive 678.1 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kudankulamcar 678.1 km
10h 8m
₹6,591–9,520
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 57m
₹8,220–16,538
Bus via Valliyur
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Valliyurbus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
11h 58m
₹2,059–3,523
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

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1h 40mAverage Duration

₹7,858Cheapest Price

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Distance: 626.4 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Kudankulam, 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, LION Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Kavalkinaru every 2 hours, and the journey takes 11h 30m. 12 other operators also service this route.

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