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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Nilamel is to train via Thiruvananthapuram which costs ₹550 - ₹3,400 and takes 14h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Nilamel is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 21m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Nilamel?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Nilamel. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kilimanoor via Kesavadasapuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Nilamel?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Nilamel. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 44m.

How far is it from Chennai to Nilamel?

The distance between Chennai and Nilamel is 670 km. The road distance is 689 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Nilamel without a car is to train via Thiruvananthapuram which takes 14h 44m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Chennai to Nilamel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Nilamel bus from?

Chennai to Nilamel bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Nilamel train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Nilamel?

The best way to get from Chennai to Nilamel is to train via Thiruvananthapuram which takes 14h 44m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,800 and takes 15h 34m.

Where does the Chennai to Nilamel bus arrive?

Chennai to Nilamel bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala station.

Where does the Chennai to Nilamel train arrive?

Chennai to Nilamel train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Nilamel?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Nilamel is 689 km. It takes approximately 10h 25m to drive from Chennai to Nilamel.

Where can I stay near Nilamel?

There are 612+ hotels available in Nilamel.

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

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

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the taxi from Trivandrum (TRV) to Nilameltaxi
3h 21m
₹7,030–12,338
Train via Thiruvananthapuram
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 20635 / ...
14h 44m
₹595–3,318
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
15h 34m
₹1,484–2,791
Drive 689 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Nilamelcar 689 km
10h 25m
₹7,784–11,243
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Varkalatrain 12623 / ...
15h 3m
₹900–3,833
Train via Perambur
1. Take the train from Perambur to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 22642
18h 4m
₹634–3,609
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 Chadayamangalambus
18h 32m

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

15Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

₹6,428Cheapest Price

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Distance: 670.4 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Central twice daily. Tickets cost ₹400–3,100 and the journey takes 13h 30m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala hourly. Tickets cost ₹1,200–2,500 and the journey takes 13h 55m.

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