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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Colachel is to bus which costs ₹700 - ₹950 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Colachel is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Colachel?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Colachel. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Trivandrum via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Colachel?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Colachel. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Eraniel via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Colachel?

The distance between Kottayam and Colachel is 220 km. The road distance is 209.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Colachel without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Kottayam to Colachel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Colachel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Colachel train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Colachel?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Colachel is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹700 - ₹950 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Kottayam to Colachel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Colachel train arrive?

Kottayam to Colachel train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Eraniel station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Colachel?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Colachel is 209 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Kottayam to Colachel.

Where can I stay near Colachel?

There are 39+ hotels available in Colachel.

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Distance: 220.4 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Eraniel once daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 16m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kottayam to Trivandrum 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹240–320 and the journey takes 4h 19m.

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