What is the cheapest way to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram?

The cheapest way to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram is to train via Erode which costs ₹440 - ₹3,500 and takes 14h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram?

The fastest way to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 6h 52m and costs ₹4,900 - ₹7,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kothamangalam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Kothamangalam and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Palani, Tamil Nadu and Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kothamangalam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Aluva and arriving at Chidambaram via Erode Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 50m.

How far is it from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram?

The distance between Kothamangalam and Chidambaram is 487 km. The road distance is 439.9 km.

How do I travel from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram without a car?

The best way to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram without a car is to bus via Thanjavur which takes 12h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram?

It takes approximately 12h 45m to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kothamangalam to Chidambaram bus from?

Kothamangalam to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kothamangalam station.

Where do I catch the Kothamangalam to Chidambaram train from?

Kothamangalam to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Aluva station.

Train or bus from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram is to bus via Thanjavur which takes 12h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Erode, which costs ₹440 - ₹3,500 and takes 14h 50m.

Where does the Kothamangalam to Chidambaram bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kothamangalam to Chidambaram train arrive?

Kothamangalam to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Erode Jn station.

Can I drive from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Kothamangalam to Chidambaram is 440 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 66+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Kothamangalam to Chidambaram - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus via Thanjavur
best
1. Take the bus from Kothamangalam to Palanibus
2. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus
12h 45m
Train via Erode
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aluva to Erode Jntrain 18190 / ...
2. Take the train from Erode Jn to Chidambaramtrain 16232
14h 50m
₹449–3,411
Drive 439.9 km
1. Drive from Kothamangalam to Chidambaramcar 439.9 km
6h 52m
₹4,970–7,179
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kothamangalam to Chidambaramtaxi 439.9 km
6h 52m
₹8,500–11,000
Fly to Pondicherry, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane COK - PNY
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
10h 2m
₹9,731–19,863
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kothamangalam to Palanibus
2. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Palani, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
14h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Aluva to Thanjavurtrain 16188
2. Take the train from Thanjavur to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
15h 33m
₹461–3,513
Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
9h 40m
₹5,881–11,523

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY) flights

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5h 7mAverage Duration

₹6,283Cheapest Price

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Distance: 487.2 km
Duration: 12h 45m

What companies run services between Kothamangalam, Kerala, India and Chidambaram, India?

You can take a bus from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via Palani, Tamil Nadu and Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu in around 12h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kothamangalam to Chidambaram via Aluva, Aluva, and Erode Jn in around 14h 50m.

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