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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Palapallam is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹3,500 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Palapallam is to fly and bus which takes 5h 39m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Palapallam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai and arriving at Karungal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Palapallam?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Palapallam. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Eraniel via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

How far is it from Chennai to Palapallam?

The distance between Chennai and Palapallam is 681 km. The road distance is 708.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Palapallam without a car is to train which takes 12h 34m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Chennai to Palapallam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Palapallam bus from?

Chennai to Palapallam bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Palapallam train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Palapallam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Palapallam is to train which takes 12h 34m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus via Nagercoil Thuckalay, which costs and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Chennai to Palapallam bus arrive?

Chennai to Palapallam bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Nagercoil Thuckalay station.

Where does the Chennai to Palapallam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Palapallam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Palapallam is 709 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Chennai to Palapallam.

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

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Where can I stay near Palapallam?

There are 158+ hotels available in Palapallam.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Trivandrum, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Trivandrum - Chakka Bypass to FlixBus Nagercoil - Marthandam Bus Standbus
5h 39m
₹6,650–13,798
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Eranieltrain 16127 / ...
12h 34m
₹821–3,412
Bus via Nagercoil Thuckalay
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Nagercoil Thuckalaybus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
12h 38m
Drive 708.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Palapallamcar 708.7 km
10h 37m
₹7,951–11,485
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the bus from Tuticorin to Nagercoil Omni Bus Standbus
6h 35m
₹9,380–18,688
Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Palapallamtaxi
6h 59m
₹11,530–17,538
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Karungalbus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
13h 15m

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

36Weekly Planes

2h 24mAverage Duration

₹6,174Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Palapallam.

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Distance: 681.2 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Eraniel twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 12h 23m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Chennai to Nagercoil Thuckalay hourly, and the journey takes 12h 25m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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