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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Karakonam is to train which costs ₹440 - ₹1,700 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Karakonam is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Karakonam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Karakonam. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Udayankulangara via Thampanoor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Karakonam?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Karakonam. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Parassala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Karakonam?

The distance between Kottayam and Karakonam is 196 km. The road distance is 176.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Karakonam without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹440 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Kottayam to Karakonam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Karakonam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Karakonam train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Karakonam?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Karakonam is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹440 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,500 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Kottayam to Karakonam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Karakonam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kottayam to Karakonam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Karakonam is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Kottayam to Karakonam.

Where can I stay near Karakonam?

There are 691+ hotels available in Karakonam.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Kottayam to Karakonam by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kottayam to Parassalatrain 16649
3h 57m
₹447–1,674
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Trivandrum KSRTC Terminalbus
5h 31m
₹1,751–3,432
Drive 176.6 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Karakonamcar 176.6 km
2h 42m
₹1,728–2,495
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Karakonamtaxi 176.6 km
2h 42m
₹3,600–4,400
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane COK - TRV
2h 51m
₹9,373–19,450

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

7Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

₹5,827Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Parassala once daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 49m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kottayam to Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ₹180–500 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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