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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Mettupalayam is to bus which costs ₹420 - ₹1,400 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Mettupalayam is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Mettupalayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Mettupalayam. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadu via Thrissur, Kerala and Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Mettupalayam?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Mettupalayam. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Metupalaiyam via Coimbatore Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Mettupalayam?

The distance between Kottayam and Mettupalayam is 299 km. The road distance is 272.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Mettupalayam without a car is to train which takes 7h 20m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Kottayam to Mettupalayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Mettupalayam bus from?

Kottayam to Mettupalayam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Kottayam station.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Mettupalayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Mettupalayam?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Mettupalayam is to train which takes 7h 20m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus via Thrissur, which costs and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Kottayam to Mettupalayam bus arrive?

Kottayam to Mettupalayam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Thissur station.

Where does the Kottayam to Mettupalayam train arrive?

Kottayam to Mettupalayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Coimbatore Jn station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Mettupalayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Mettupalayam is 272 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Kottayam to Mettupalayam.

Where can I stay near Mettupalayam?

There are 204+ hotels available in Mettupalayam.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Coimbatore Jntrain 12625 / ...
7h 20m
₹324–2,498
Bus via Thrissur
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Thissurbus
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus Thrissur, Kerala - Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
7h 28m
Drive 272.2 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Mettupalayamcar 272.2 km
4h 16m
₹3,069–4,433
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Mettupalayamtaxi 272.2 km
4h 16m
₹6,500–8,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Coimbatorebus
7h 40m
₹426–1,336

Kottayam to Mettupalayam by train

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7h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 299.3 km
Duration: 7h 20m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Coimbatore Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottayam to Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadu via Thrissur, Kerala and Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu in around 7h 28m.

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