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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Chennai is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 13h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Chennai is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 59m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kottayam, Kerala and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kottayam and arriving at Perambur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 13m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Chennai?

The distance between Kottayam and Chennai is 624 km. The road distance is 670.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 13h 13m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Kottayam to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Chennai bus from?

Kottayam to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kottayam station.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Chennai?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Chennai is to train which takes 13h 13m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem, which costs and takes 14h 4m.

Where does the Kottayam to Chennai bus arrive?

Kottayam to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Kottayam to Chennai train arrive?

Kottayam to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Chennai is 671 km. It takes approximately 9h 59m to drive from Kottayam to Chennai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kottayam to Chennai?

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Kottayam to Chennai - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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Train to Cochin International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
6h 5m
₹5,724–9,636
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Peramburtrain 12624 / ...
13h 13m
₹380–2,900
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
14h 4m
Drive 670.8 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Chennaicar 670.8 km
9h 59m
₹7,591–10,965
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
8h 39m
₹6,073–9,498
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
5h 59m
₹10,880–14,364
Train to Trivandrum, fly
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
8h 17m
₹7,495–14,802
Train, train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Thrisurtrain
2. Take the train from Thrisur to Parpanangaditrain
3. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
9h 39m
₹6,925–12,580
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam, Kerala to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Kottayam, Kerala - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
14h 25m
₹1,200–2,500

Kottayam to Chennai by train

14Weekly Trains

13h 13mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 623.7 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Kottayam, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Perambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottayam to Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Salem and Salem, Tamil Nadu in around 14h 4m.

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