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How to get fromKerala to Painkulamby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kerala to Painkulam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Shoranur Jntrain train 12076 / ...
    5h 36m
    ₹353–1,848

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottayambus bus
    2. Take the bus from Kottayam Baker Junction to Shoranurbus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater
    8h 20m

  3. Drive  312.3 km

    1. Drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Painkulamcar car 312.3 km
    4h 35m
    ₹3,496–5,050

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Thiruvananthapuram to Painkulamtaxi taxi 312.3 km
    4h 35m
    ₹5,500–7,000

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  • Distance: 319 km
  • Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Kerala, India and Painkulam, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Shoranur Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Painkulam via Kottayam, Kottayam Baker Junction, and Shoranur in around 8h 20m.

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