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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Pandalam is to train via Perambur which costs ₹410 - ₹3,100 and takes 15h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Pandalam is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 42m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Pandalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Pandalam. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Pandalam via Kottayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Pandalam?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Pandalam. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Chengannur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

How far is it from Chennai to Pandalam?

The distance between Chennai and Pandalam is 664 km. The road distance is 674.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Pandalam without a car is to train which takes 13h 51m and costs ₹410 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Chennai to Pandalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pandalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Pandalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Pandalam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Pandalam is to train which takes 13h 51m and costs ₹410 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,600 and takes 16h 26m.

Where does the Chennai to Pandalam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Pandalam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Pandalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Pandalam is 675 km. It takes approximately 10h 19m to drive from Chennai to Pandalam.

Where can I stay near Pandalam?

There are 104+ hotels available in Pandalam.

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

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

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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 Pandalamtaxi
4h 42m
₹7,930–13,138
Train via Perambur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Chengannurtrain 06117
15h 15m
₹410–3,048
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Chengannurtrain 12623 / ...
13h 51m
₹416–3,091
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kottayam Baker Junctionbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Kottayam to Pandalambus
16h 26m
₹1,288–2,579
Drive 674.9 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Pandalamcar 674.9 km
10h 19m
₹6,546–9,455
Fly to Trivandrum, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Pandalambus
7h 5m
₹6,171–12,358
Bus via Teni
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Theni Bharat Petroleumbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Theni to Pandalambus
16h 51m
₹1,862–3,012

Chennai to Pandalam by train, foot, and bus

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13h 51mAverage Duration

₹416Cheapest Price

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Distance: 664.4 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Pandalam, 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, you can take a bus from Chennai to Pandalam via Kottayam Baker Junction and Kottayam in around 16h 26m.

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