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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Thumba is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹3,600 and takes 14h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Thumba is to subway and fly which takes 2h 50m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Thumba?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Thumba. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Thumba?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Thumba. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Kazhakuttam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 32m.

How far is it from Chennai to Thumba?

The distance between Chennai and Thumba is 635 km. The road distance is 722.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Thumba without a car is to bus which takes 14h 11m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Chennai to Thumba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Thumba bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Thumba train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Thumba?

The best way to get from Chennai to Thumba is to bus which takes 14h 11m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹3,600 and takes 14h 32m.

Where does the Chennai to Thumba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Thumba train arrive?

Chennai to Thumba train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kazhakuttam station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Thumba?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Thumba is 722 km. It takes approximately 11h 8m to drive from Chennai to Thumba.

Where can I stay near Thumba?

There are 833+ hotels available in Thumba.

Chennai to Thumba - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Thumba by subway, plane, bus, train, or car

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Subway, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Cmbt to Airportsubway
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2h 50m
₹6,430–11,518
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Kazhakuttamtrain 12697
14h 32m
₹662–3,533
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
14h 11m
₹1,654–2,921
Drive 722.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Thumbacar 722.3 km
11h 8m
₹8,160–11,786
Bus via Kuzhithurai
1. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu) to Marthandambus Chennai - Marthandam
2. Take the bus from Marthandam to Infosys Gatebus
17h 7m
₹1,918–4,065

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

15Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

₹6,410Cheapest Price

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Distance: 635 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Thumba, Kerala, India?

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. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Kazhakuttam once a week. Tickets cost ₹430–3,300 and the journey takes 14h 22m.

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