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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Keelakarai is to bus which costs ₹850 - ₹1,400 and takes 10h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Keelakarai is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs ₹3,700 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Keelakarai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Keelakarai. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at FlixBus Ramanathapuram - New Bus Stand via FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Keelakarai?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Keelakarai. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Ramanathapuram via Manamadurai Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Keelakarai?

The distance between Kottayam and Keelakarai is 385 km. The road distance is 330.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Keelakarai without a car is to bus which takes 10h 26m and costs ₹850 - ₹1,400.

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

It takes approximately 10h 26m to get from Kottayam to Keelakarai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Keelakarai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Keelakarai train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Keelakarai?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Keelakarai is to bus which takes 10h 26m and costs ₹850 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹3,300 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Kottayam to Keelakarai bus arrive?

Kottayam to Keelakarai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Mattuthavani Bus Stop station.

Where does the Kottayam to Keelakarai train arrive?

Kottayam to Keelakarai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manamadurai Jn station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Keelakarai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Keelakarai is 331 km. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Kottayam to Keelakarai.

Where can I stay near Keelakarai?

There are 19+ hotels available in Keelakarai.

Kottayam to Keelakarai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kottayam to Keelakarai by bus (Flixbus), train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Mattuthavani Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand to FlixBus Ramanathapuram - New Bus Standbus FlixBus IN5111
10h 26m
₹892–1,342
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Manamadurai Jntrain 16361
2. Take the train from Manamadurai Jn to Ramanathapuramtrain 06651 / ...
11h 53m
₹699–3,286
Drive 330.8 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Keelakaraicar 330.8 km
5h 20m
₹3,729–5,387
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Keelakaraitaxi 330.8 km
5h 20m
₹6,500–8,000

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Distance: 384.7 km
Duration: 10h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Kottayam to Keelakarai via Mattuthavani Bus Stop, FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand, and FlixBus Ramanathapuram - New Bus Stand in around 10h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kottayam to Keelakarai via Manamadurai Jn and Ramanathapuram in around 11h 53m.

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