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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Virudhunagar is to bus which costs ₹470 - ₹650 and takes 9h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Virudhunagar is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Virudhunagar?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Virudhunagar. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at FlixBus Virudhunagar - Bypass via FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Virudhunagar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kottayam and arriving at Virudunagar Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Virudhunagar?

The distance between Kottayam and Virudhunagar is 320 km. The road distance is 243.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Virudhunagar without a car is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Kottayam to Virudunagar Jn takes 8h 21m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Virudhunagar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Virudhunagar train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Virudhunagar?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Virudhunagar is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹470 - ₹650 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Kottayam to Virudhunagar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Virudhunagar train arrive?

Kottayam to Virudhunagar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Virudunagar Jn station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Virudhunagar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Virudhunagar is 244 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Kottayam to Virudhunagar.

Where can I stay near Virudhunagar?

There are 12+ hotels available in Virudhunagar.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Kottayam to Virudunagar Jntrain 16328 / ...
8h 21m
₹220–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Mattuthavani Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand to FlixBus Virudhunagar - Bypassbus FlixBus IN5136A / ...
9h 31m
₹472–632
Drive 243.6 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Virudhunagarcar 243.6 km
4h 1m
₹2,383–3,442
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Virudhunagartaxi 243.6 km
4h 1m
₹4,900–6,000

Kottayam to Virudhunagar by train

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8h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 319.7 km
Duration: 8h 21m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Virudunagar Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottayam to FlixBus Virudhunagar - Bypass via Mattuthavani Bus Stop and FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand in around 9h 31m.

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