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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Tirumala is to train which costs ₹430 - ₹3,100 and takes 15h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Tirumala is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 46m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹26,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Kottayam Baker Junction and arriving at Tirupathi via KR Market and Kempegowda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Renigunta Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 28m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Tirumala?

The distance between Kottayam and Tirumala is 642 km. The road distance is 689.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Tirumala without a car is to train which takes 15h 28m and costs ₹430 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Kottayam to Tirumala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Tirumala bus from?

Kottayam to Tirumala bus services, operated by Sri Durgamba Travels, depart from Kottayam Baker Junction station.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Tirumala train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Tirumala?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Tirumala is to train which takes 15h 28m and costs ₹430 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Bengaluru, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,800 and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Kottayam to Tirumala bus arrive?

Kottayam to Tirumala bus services, operated by Sri Durgamba Travels, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Kottayam to Tirumala train arrive?

Kottayam to Tirumala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Renigunta Jn station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Tirumala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Tirumala is 689 km. It takes approximately 9h 56m to drive from Kottayam to Tirumala.

Where can I stay near Tirumala?

There are 390+ hotels available in Tirumala.

Kottayam to Tirumala - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kottayam to Tirumala by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane COK - TIR
5h 46m
₹12,873–25,450
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Renigunta Jntrain 22503 / ...
15h 28m
₹430–3,059
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Kottayam Baker Junction to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
16h 15m
₹1,429–3,721
Drive 689.3 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Tirumalacar 689.3 km
9h 56m
₹6,699–9,677
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Tirumalataxi 689.3 km
9h 56m
₹13,000–17,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem to Tirupatibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
17h 7m
₹1,395–4,624

Kottayam to Tirumala by train and bus

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15h 28mAverage Duration

₹430Cheapest Price

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Distance: 641.6 km
Duration: 5h 46m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Renigunta Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 14h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottayam Baker Junction to Tirumala via Bengaluru, KR Market, Kempegowda Bus Station, Kempegowda, and Tirupathi in around 16h 15m.

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