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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum is to train which costs ₹400 - ₹3,100 and takes 13h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum is to subway and fly which takes 4h 9m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Trivendrum?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Trivendrum. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Trivandrum via Kesavadasapuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Trivendrum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Chennai to Trivendrum?

The distance between Chennai and Trivendrum is 631 km. The road distance is 717.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum without a car is to bus which takes 13h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Chennai to Trivendrum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Trivendrum bus from?

Chennai to Trivendrum bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Trivendrum train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Trivendrum?

The best way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum is to bus which takes 13h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹400 - ₹3,100 and takes 13h 37m.

Where does the Chennai to Trivendrum bus arrive?

Chennai to Trivendrum bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram station.

Where does the Chennai to Trivendrum train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Trivendrum?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Trivendrum is 718 km. It takes approximately 10h 54m to drive from Chennai to Trivendrum.

Where can I stay near Trivendrum?

There are 825+ hotels available in Trivendrum.

Chennai to Trivendrum - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chennai to Trivendrum 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
4h 9m
₹6,051–13,158
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 20635 / ...
13h 37m
₹400–3,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapurambus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper / ...
13h 17m
Drive 717.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Trivendrumcar 717.7 km
10h 54m
₹8,045–11,620
Train via Perambur
1. Take the train from Perambur to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 22642
16h 57m
₹430–3,300
Bus via Ezhukone
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Kottarakarabus
2. Take the bus from Kottarakara to Trivandrum KSRTC Terminalbus
17h 23m
₹1,043–3,086

Chennai to Trivendrum by train and foot

14Weekly Services

13h 37mAverage Duration

₹400Cheapest Price

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Distance: 631.3 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

SLGT Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram every 4 hours, and the journey takes 12h 30m. Mahadev Travels also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Central twice daily. Tickets cost ₹400–3,100 and the journey takes 13h 30m.

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