What is the cheapest way to get from Kōttakkal to Palani?

The cheapest way to get from Kōttakkal to Palani is to bus via Vadakkencherry which costs ₹290 - ₹550 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kōttakkal to Palani?

The fastest way to get from Kōttakkal to Palani is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,200.

Is there a direct bus between Kōttakkal and Palani?

No, there is no direct bus from Kōttakkal to Palani. However, there are services departing from Kottakal and arriving at Palani via Thrissur and Vadakkencherry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kōttakkal and Palani?

No, there is no direct train from Kōttakkal to Palani. However, there are services departing from Kuttippuram and arriving at Palani via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Kōttakkal to Palani?

The distance between Kōttakkal and Palani is 220 km. The road distance is 196 km.

How do I travel from Kōttakkal to Palani without a car?

The best way to get from Kōttakkal to Palani without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,400.

How long does it take to get from Kōttakkal to Palani?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Kōttakkal to Palani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kōttakkal to Palani bus from?

Kōttakkal to Palani bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kottakal station.

Where do I catch the Kōttakkal to Palani train from?

Kōttakkal to Palani train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kuttippuram station.

Train or bus from Kōttakkal to Palani?

The best way to get from Kōttakkal to Palani is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Vadakkencherry, which costs ₹290 - ₹550 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Kōttakkal to Palani bus arrive?

Kōttakkal to Palani bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Thrissur station.

Where does the Kōttakkal to Palani train arrive?

Kōttakkal to Palani train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Palakkad station.

Can I drive from Kōttakkal to Palani?

Yes, the driving distance between Kōttakkal to Palani is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Kōttakkal to Palani.

Where can I stay near Palani?

There are 501+ hotels available in Palani.

Kōttakkal to Palani - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kōttakkal to Palani by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuttippuram to Palakkadtrain 12602 / ...
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Palanitrain 22652 / ...
6h 20m
₹308–2,400
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kottakal to Thrissurbus
2. Take the train from Thrisur to Palanitrain 16343
7h 19m
₹264–1,567
Bus via Vadakkencherry
1. Take the bus from Kottakal to Thrissurbus
2. Take the bus from Vadakkencherry to Palanibus
6h 31m
₹294–537
Drive 196 km
1. Drive from Kōttakkal to Palanicar 196 km
2h 59m
₹2,212–3,196
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kōttakkal to Palanitaxi 196 km
2h 59m
₹4,400–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottakal to Kunnamkulambus
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Palani, Tamil Nadubus Thrissur, Kerala - Palani, Tamil Nadu
8h 2m

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Distance: 220.5 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Kōttakkal, India and Palani, India?

You can take a bus from Kottakal to Palani via Kuttipuram, Kuttippuram, and Palakkad in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottakal to Palani via Thrissur and Vadakkencherry in around 6h 31m.

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