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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Kannur is to bus which costs ₹420 - ₹1,400 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Kannur is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs ₹3,600 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Kannur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kottayam and arriving at Kannur. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Kannur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kottayam and arriving at Kannur. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Kannur?

The distance between Kottayam and Kannur is 342 km. The road distance is 322.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Kannur without a car is to train which takes 7h 51m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800.

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

The train from Kottayam to Kannur takes 7h 51m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Kannur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Kannur train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Kannur?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Kannur is to train which takes 7h 51m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹420 - ₹1,400 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Kottayam to Kannur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Kannur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kottayam to Kannur?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Kannur is 323 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Kottayam to Kannur.

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

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Where can I stay near Kannur?

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Kottayam to Kannur - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Kannurtrain 16347 / ...
7h 51m
₹230–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Kannurbus
8h 45m
₹420–1,400
Drive 322.9 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Kannurcar 322.9 km
5h 2m
₹3,638–5,255
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Kannurtaxi 322.9 km
5h 2m
₹6,500–8,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane COK - CNN
5h 41m
₹6,095–16,196
Train via Thrissur
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Thrisurtrain 22503 / ...
2. Take the train from Thrisur to Kannurtrain 16347 / ...
8h 59m
₹336–2,590
Bus via Thrissur
1. Take the bus from Kottayam, Kerala to Thrissur, Keralabus
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Kozhikode, Keralabus
3. Take the bus from Kozhikode, Kerala to Kannurbus
9h 40m

Kottayam to Kannur by train

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7h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.1 km
Duration: 7h 51m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Kannur every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 7h 51m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kottayam to Kannur 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹420–1,400 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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