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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Vaikom is to train which costs ₹390 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Vaikom is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 33m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Vaikom via Aluva and Ernakulam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Tripunitura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 49m.

How far is it from Chennai to Vaikom?

The distance between Chennai and Vaikom is 587 km. The road distance is 665.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Vaikom without a car is to train which takes 12h 49m and costs ₹390 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Chennai to Vaikom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vaikom bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vaikom train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Vaikom?

The best way to get from Chennai to Vaikom is to train which takes 12h 49m and costs ₹390 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹950 - ₹4,700 and takes 14h 47m.

Where does the Chennai to Vaikom bus arrive?

Chennai to Vaikom bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Aluva station.

Where does the Chennai to Vaikom train arrive?

Chennai to Vaikom train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tripunitura station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Vaikom?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Vaikom is 666 km. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Chennai to Vaikom.

Where can I stay near Vaikom?

There are 390+ hotels available in Vaikom.

Chennai to Vaikom - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Vaikom by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, 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 Vaikomtaxi
3h 33m
₹6,930–11,338
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Tripunituratrain 12623 / ...
12h 49m
₹397–2,867
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Aluvabus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
14h 47m
₹956–4,679
Drive 665.7 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Vaikomcar 665.7 km
10h 20m
₹6,470–9,346
Bus via Cumbum
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Cumbumbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Cumbum to Vaikombus
16h 32m

Chennai to Vaikom by train and bus

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12h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 586.9 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Tripunitura once daily. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 11h 19m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Chennai to Aluva hourly, and the journey takes 11h 35m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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