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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Vakkom is to train which costs ₹410 - ₹3,100 and takes 14h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Vakkom is to subway and fly and line 16127 train which takes 5h 59m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Vakkom?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Vakkom. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Attingal via Kesavadasapuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Vakkom?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Kadakavur. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Chennai to Vakkom?

The distance between Chennai and Vakkom is 664 km. The road distance is 711.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Vakkom without a car is to bus via Thiruvananthapuram which takes 14h 3m and costs ₹950 - ₹5,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Chennai to Vakkom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vakkom bus from?

Chennai to Vakkom bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vakkom train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Vakkom?

The best way to get from Chennai to Vakkom is to bus via Thiruvananthapuram which takes 14h 3m and costs ₹950 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹3,100 and takes 14h 13m.

Where does the Chennai to Vakkom bus arrive?

Chennai to Vakkom bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram station.

Where does the Chennai to Vakkom train arrive?

Chennai to Vakkom train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kadakavur station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Vakkom?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Vakkom is 711 km. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from Chennai to Vakkom.

Where can I stay near Vakkom?

There are 657+ hotels available in Vakkom.

Chennai to Vakkom - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chennai to Vakkom by subway, plane, train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Subway, fly to Trivandrum, line 16127 train
best
1. Take the subway from Cmbt to Airportsubway
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kadakavurtrain
5h 59m
₹6,161–14,108
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Kadakavurtrain 16127
14h 13m
₹410–3,100
Bus via Thiruvananthapuram
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapurambus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper
14h 3m
₹981–5,093
Drive 711.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Vakkomcar 711.4 km
10h 47m
₹7,962–11,501
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 Vakkomtaxi
6h 1m
₹9,230–15,038
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Kadakavurtrain
8h 58m
₹8,110–17,538
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5530
19h 50m
₹1,218–4,777

Chennai to Vakkom by train

7Weekly Trains

14h 13mAverage Duration

₹410Cheapest Price

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Distance: 663.8 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

Punchiry Tours and Holidays operates a bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹1,300–4,700 and the journey takes 12h 30m. Seven other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Kadakavur once daily. Tickets cost ₹410–3,100 and the journey takes 14h 13m.

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