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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Vellimalai is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹3,600 and takes 12h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Vellimalai is to fly and bus which takes 6h 4m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Vellimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Vellimalai. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Nagercoil Thuckalay via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Vellimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Vellimalai. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Nagercoil Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Chennai to Vellimalai?

The distance between Chennai and Vellimalai is 691 km. The road distance is 709 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Vellimalai without a car is to bus which takes 11h 1m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹5,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Chennai to Vellimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vellimalai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Vellimalai train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Vellimalai?

The best way to get from Chennai to Vellimalai is to bus which takes 11h 1m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can train via Nagercoil Jn, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,900 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Chennai to Vellimalai bus arrive?

Chennai to Vellimalai bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, arrive at Nagercoil Thuckalay station.

Where does the Chennai to Vellimalai train arrive?

Chennai to Vellimalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Nagercoil Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Vellimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Vellimalai is 709 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Chennai to Vellimalai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Vellimalai?

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Where can I stay near Vellimalai?

There are 156+ hotels available in Vellimalai.

Chennai to Vellimalai - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Chennai to Vellimalai by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Fly to Trivandrum, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Trivandrum - Chakka Bypass to FlixBus Nagercoil - Azhagiyamandapambus
6h 4m
₹6,650–13,848
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Eranieltrain 16127 / ...
12h 45m
₹931–3,562
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Nagercoil Thuckalaybus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper
11h 1m
₹1,838–5,151
Train via Nagercoil Jn
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Nagercoil Jntrain 12633 / ...
11h 53m
₹1,174–3,815
Drive 709 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Vellimalaicar 709 km
10h 40m
₹7,937–11,465
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the bus from Tuticorin to Nagercoil Omni Bus Standbus
6h 40m
₹9,380–18,638
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 Vellimalaitaxi
7h 5m
₹11,530–17,538
Bus via Kulasekharam
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Kulasekharambus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
12h 57m
₹1,170–2,769

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

36Weekly Planes

2h 24mAverage Duration

₹6,160Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Vellimalai.

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Distance: 690.9 km
Duration: 6h 4m

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

Punchiry Tours and Holidays operates a bus from Chennai to Nagercoil Thuckalay 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹1,300–4,600 and the journey takes 10h 45m. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Nagercoil Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹370–2,900 and the journey takes 11h 20m.

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