What is the cheapest way to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad?

The cheapest way to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹3,800 and takes 9h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad?

The fastest way to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad is to fly and train which takes 6h 41m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Karapakkam and Palakkad?

No, there is no direct bus from Karapakkam to Palakkad. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Chennai - Karapakkam and arriving at Palakkad, Kerala via Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Karapakkam and Palakkad?

No, there is no direct train from Karapakkam to Palakkad. However, there are services departing from St Thomas Mount and arriving at Palakkad via Chennai Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from Karapakkam to Palakkad?

The distance between Karapakkam and Palakkad is 575 km. The road distance is 525 km.

How do I travel from Karapakkam to Palakkad without a car?

The best way to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad without a car is to train which takes 9h 58m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,800.

How long does it take to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad?

It takes approximately 9h 58m to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karapakkam to Palakkad bus from?

Karapakkam to Palakkad bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Karapakkam to Palakkad train from?

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

Train or bus from Karapakkam to Palakkad?

The best way to get from Karapakkam to Palakkad is to train which takes 9h 58m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can bus via Chennai, Tamil Nadu, which costs and takes 11h 47m.

Where does the Karapakkam to Palakkad bus arrive?

Karapakkam to Palakkad bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, arrive at Palakkad, Kerala station.

Where does the Karapakkam to Palakkad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karapakkam to Palakkad?

Yes, the driving distance between Karapakkam to Palakkad is 525 km. It takes approximately 7h 28m to drive from Karapakkam to Palakkad.

Where can I stay near Palakkad?

There are 117+ hotels available in Palakkad.

Karapakkam to Palakkad - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Palakkadtrain 12623 / ...
9h 58m
₹826–3,792
Bus via Chennai, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Palakkad, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Palakkad, Kerala
11h 47m
Drive 525 km
1. Drive from Karapakkam to Palakkadcar 525 km
7h 28m
₹5,922–8,554
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karapakkam to Palakkadtaxi 525 km
7h 28m
₹11,000–14,000
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Palakkadbus
6h 44m
₹5,200–7,903
Bus
1. Take the bus from Olympia IT Park to Palakkadbus
13h 33m
₹982–2,531
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
2. Take the train from Parpanangadi to Palakkadtrain
6h 41m
₹6,280–11,533
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Palakkadtrain
7h 21m
₹5,800–9,393
Fly to Salem, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Palakkadtrain
7h 1m
₹4,730–11,973
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Dindigul Jntrain
3. Take the train from Dindigul Jn to Palghat Towntrain
8h 23m
₹6,400–10,133
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Palghat Towntrain
9h 20m
₹5,815–10,168

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) flights

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1h 24mAverage Duration

₹5,201Cheapest Price

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Distance: 575.3 km
Duration: 9h 58m

What companies run services between Karapakkam, India and Palakkad, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Palakkad every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹300–2,400 and the journey takes 8h 7m. Alternatively, Sbm Traansport operates a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Palakkad, Kerala every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 10h 20m.

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