What is the cheapest way to get from Kerala to Periyar?

The cheapest way to get from Kerala to Periyar is to train via B C Road which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,500 and takes 13h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kerala to Periyar?

The fastest way to get from Kerala to Periyar is to drive which takes 9h 42m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kerala and Periyar?

No, there is no direct bus from Kerala to Periyar. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum Central and arriving at B C Road via Mangaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kerala and Periyar?

No, there is no direct train from Kerala to Periyar. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Mangalore Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Kerala to Periyar?

The distance between Kerala and Periyar is 653 km. The road distance is 627.1 km.

How do I travel from Kerala to Periyar without a car?

The best way to get from Kerala to Periyar without a car is to train which takes 12h 45m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,400.

How long does it take to get from Kerala to Periyar?

It takes approximately 12h 45m to get from Kerala to Periyar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kerala to Periyar bus from?

Kerala to Periyar bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Trivandrum Central station.

Where do I catch the Kerala to Periyar train from?

Kerala to Periyar train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Kerala to Periyar?

The best way to get from Kerala to Periyar is to train which takes 12h 45m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹3,300 and takes 15h 58m.

Where does the Kerala to Periyar bus arrive?

Kerala to Periyar bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Mangalore station.

Where does the Kerala to Periyar train arrive?

Kerala to Periyar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Mangalore Jn station.

Can I drive from Kerala to Periyar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kerala to Periyar is 627 km. It takes approximately 9h 42m to drive from Kerala to Periyar.

Where can I stay near Periyar?

There are six+ hotels available in Periyar.

Kerala to Periyar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kerala to Periyar by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Mangalore Jntrain 16346 / ...
12h 45m
₹1,037–3,391
Train via B C Road
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Mangaloretrain 16604 / ...
13h 53m
₹1,017–3,459
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum Central to Mangalorebus
15h 58m
₹1,536–3,231
Drive 627.1 km
1. Drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Periyarcar 627.1 km
9h 42m
₹6,992–10,099
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thiruvananthapuram to Periyartaxi 627.1 km
9h 42m
₹13,000–17,000
Bus via Trivendrum
1. Take the bus from Trivendrum to Mangalorebus
17h 2m
₹1,814–3,387

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Distance: 653.4 km
Duration: 12h 45m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Mangalore Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 12h 15m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Trivandrum Central to Mangalore once daily. Tickets cost ₹850–2,400 and the journey takes 14h 55m.

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