What is the cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara?

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara is to bus via Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal which costs ₹600 - ₹1,100 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara?

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Aruvikkara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Aruvikkara. However, there are services departing from Kottayam, Kerala and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Aruvikkara?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Aruvikkara. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Trivandrum Pett via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Aruvikkara?

The distance between Kottayam and Aruvikkara is 174 km. The road distance is 145.7 km.

How do I travel from Kottayam to Aruvikkara without a car?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,000.

How long does it take to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Aruvikkara bus from?

Kottayam to Aruvikkara bus services, operated by Azul Transports Private Limited, depart from Kottayam, Kerala station.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Aruvikkara train from?

Kottayam to Aruvikkara train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kottayam station.

Train or bus from Kottayam to Aruvikkara?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Kottayam to Aruvikkara bus arrive?

Kottayam to Aruvikkara bus services, operated by Azul Transports Private Limited, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala station.

Where does the Kottayam to Aruvikkara train arrive?

Kottayam to Aruvikkara train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Trivandrum Pett station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Aruvikkara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Aruvikkara is 146 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Kottayam to Aruvikkara.

Where can I stay near Aruvikkara?

There are 800+ hotels available in Aruvikkara.

Kottayam to Aruvikkara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kottayam to Aruvikkara by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Trivandrum Petttrain 12623 / ...
3h 13m
₹665–1,905
Train via Thiruvananthapuram Central
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 16381 / ...
4h 12m
₹586–1,762
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam, Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Kottayam, Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
3h 36m
Drive 145.7 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Aruvikkaracar 145.7 km
2h 9m
₹1,638–2,366
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Aruvikkarataxi 145.7 km
2h 9m
₹3,000–3,600
Bus via Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Trivandrum KSRTC Terminalbus
4h 7m
₹601–1,052

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Distance: 173.5 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Kottayam, India and Aruvikkara, Kerala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Trivandrum Pett every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, Azul Transports Private Limited operates a bus from Kottayam, Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 3 times a day, and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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