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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Nellore is to train which costs ₹420 - ₹3,200 and takes 16h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Nellore is to taxi and fly and train which takes 9h 40m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹18,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Nellore?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Nellore. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Nellore, Andhra Pradesh via Salem, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Nellore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kottayam and arriving at Nellore. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 8m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Nellore?

The distance between Kottayam and Nellore is 861 km. The road distance is 807 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Nellore without a car is to train which takes 16h 8m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,200.

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

The train from Kottayam to Nellore takes 16h 8m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Nellore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Nellore train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Nellore?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Nellore is to train which takes 16h 8m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem, which costs and takes 17h 41m.

Where does the Kottayam to Nellore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Nellore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kottayam to Nellore?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Nellore is 807 km. It takes approximately 11h 40m to drive from Kottayam to Nellore.

Where can I stay near Nellore?

There are 24+ hotels available in Nellore.

Kottayam to Nellore - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 9 ways to get from Kottayam to Nellore by train, bus, car, plane, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kottayam to Nelloretrain 12625 / ...
16h 8m
₹420–3,200
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Nellore, Andhra Pradeshbus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
17h 41m
Drive 807 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Nellorecar 807 km
11h 40m
₹9,077–13,111
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly to Tirupati Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Tripunituratrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane COK - TIR
3. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Nelloretrain
10h 51m
₹6,555–23,505
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam, Kerala to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Kottayam, Kerala - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Nellore, Andhra Pradeshbus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
18h 40m
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Tripunituratrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the train from Chennai Central to Nelloretrain
9h 47m
₹5,525–11,405
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
3. Take the train from Chennai Central to Nelloretrain
12h 13m
₹5,824–11,758
Taxi to Madurai, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
3. Take the train from Chennai Central to Nelloretrain
9h 40m
₹11,131–17,124
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3. Take the train from Chennai Central to Nelloretrain
11h 59m
₹7,246–15,562

Kottayam to Nellore by train

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16h 8mAverage Duration

₹420Cheapest Price

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Distance: 860.7 km
Duration: 16h 8m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Nellore 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹420–3,200 and the journey takes 16h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottayam to Nellore, Andhra Pradesh via Salem and Salem, Tamil Nadu in around 17h 41m.

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