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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Gandhigram is to bus which costs ₹550 - ₹850 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Gandhigram is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Gandhigram?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Gandhigram. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at FlixBus Dindigul - Palani Road Bypass via FlixBus Theni - Bus Stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Gandhigram?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Gandhigram. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Ambaturai via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Gandhigram?

The distance between Kottayam and Gandhigram is 254 km. The road distance is 238.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Gandhigram without a car is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs ₹550 - ₹850.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Kottayam to Gandhigram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Gandhigram bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Gandhigram train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Gandhigram?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Gandhigram is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs ₹550 - ₹850. Alternatively, you can train via Palakkad, which costs ₹350 - ₹2,800 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Kottayam to Gandhigram bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Gandhigram train arrive?

Kottayam to Gandhigram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Palakkad station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Gandhigram?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Gandhigram is 239 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Kottayam to Gandhigram.

Where can I stay near Gandhigram?

There are 25+ hotels available in Gandhigram.

Kottayam to Gandhigram - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kottayam to Gandhigram by bus (Flixbus), train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Thenibus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Theni - Bus Stand to FlixBus Dindigul - Palani Road Bypassbus FlixBus IN5116 / ...
8h 7m
₹552–809
Train via Palakkad
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Palakkadtrain 12625 / ...
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Ambaturaitrain 16731
8h 9m
₹354–2,799
Drive 238.5 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Gandhigramcar 238.5 km
3h 51m
₹2,682–3,873
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Gandhigramtaxi 238.5 km
3h 51m
₹4,800–6,000
Train
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Dindigul Jntrain 16343
9h 59m
₹360–2,793

Kottayam to Gandhigram by train

7Weekly Trains

8h 9mAverage Duration

₹354Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.8 km
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Kottayam, India and Gandhigram, Tamil Nādu, India?

You can take a bus from Kottayam to Gandhigram via FlixBus Theni - Bus Stand and FlixBus Dindigul - Palani Road Bypass in around 8h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kottayam to Ambaturai via Palakkad in around 8h 9m.

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