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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kumbanad is to train via FlixBus Thiruvalla - Bus Stand which costs ₹450 - ₹3,200 and takes 16h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kumbanad is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kumbanad?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Kumbanad. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at FlixBus Kumbanad via FlixBus Kottayam - Baker Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kumbanad?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Kumbanad. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Chengannur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 6m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kumbanad?

The distance between Chennai and Kumbanad is 646 km. The road distance is 662.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kumbanad without a car is to train which takes 13h 6m and costs ₹600 - ₹3,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Chennai to Kumbanad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kumbanad bus from?

Chennai to Kumbanad bus services, operated by National Travels - Ratnagiri, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kumbanad train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Kumbanad?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kumbanad is to train which takes 13h 6m and costs ₹600 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,700 and takes 16h 5m.

Where does the Chennai to Kumbanad bus arrive?

Chennai to Kumbanad bus services, operated by National Travels - Ratnagiri, arrive at Kottayam Baker Junction station.

Where does the Chennai to Kumbanad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kumbanad?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kumbanad is 663 km. It takes approximately 10h 9m to drive from Chennai to Kumbanad.

Where can I stay near Kumbanad?

There are 103+ hotels available in Kumbanad.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Chennai to Kumbanad by plane, taxi, train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Kumbanadtaxi
4h 35m
₹7,630–12,638
Train via FlixBus Thiruvalla - Bus Stand
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Chengannurtrain 06117
16h 19m
₹454–3,173
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Chengannurtrain 12623 / ...
13h 6m
₹609–3,261
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kottayam Baker Junctionbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
16h 5m
₹1,383–2,619
Drive 662.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Kumbanadcar 662.7 km
10h 9m
₹6,483–9,364
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 Chengannurtrain
7h 51m
₹6,411–13,618
Bus via Vijayapuri
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Vijayapuri Vijayamangalam Toll Gatebus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Perundurai - Vijayamangalam Toll Plaza to FlixBus Kumbanadbus FlixBus IN4450
16h 55m
₹1,409–3,917

Chennai to Kumbanad by bus

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16h 5mAverage Duration

₹1,383Cheapest Price

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Distance: 645.9 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Chengannur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 54m. Alternatively, National Travels - Ratnagiri operates a bus from Chennai to Kottayam Baker Junction 3 times a day, and the journey takes 14h. Four other operators also service this route.

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