What is the cheapest way to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha?

The cheapest way to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha is to bus which costs ₹480 - ₹800 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha?

The fastest way to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800.

Is there a direct bus between Kovalam and Alappuzha?

No, there is no direct bus from Kovalam to Alappuzha. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Alappuzha via Ambalapuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kovalam and Alappuzha?

No, there is no direct train from Kovalam to Alappuzha. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Alappuzha via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Kovalam to Alappuzha?

The distance between Kovalam and Alappuzha is 160 km. The road distance is 158.6 km.

How do I travel from Kovalam to Alappuzha without a car?

The best way to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800.

How long does it take to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kovalam to Alappuzha bus from?

Kovalam to Alappuzha bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Trivandrum station.

Where do I catch the Kovalam to Alappuzha train from?

Kovalam to Alappuzha train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Kovalam to Alappuzha?

The best way to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹480 - ₹800 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Kovalam to Alappuzha bus arrive?

Kovalam to Alappuzha bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Ambalapuzha station.

Where does the Kovalam to Alappuzha train arrive?

Kovalam to Alappuzha train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Alappuzha station.

Can I drive from Kovalam to Alappuzha?

Yes, the driving distance between Kovalam to Alappuzha is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Kovalam to Alappuzha.

Where can I stay near Alappuzha?

There are 707+ hotels available in Alappuzha.

Kovalam to Alappuzha - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kovalam to Alappuzha by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Alappuzhatrain 12076 / ...
2h 22m
₹523–1,729
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Kovalam to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5530
2. Take the train from Varkala to Alappuzhatrain 12076 / ...
3h 52m
₹315–1,451
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Ambalapuzhabus
2h 29m
₹480–768
Drive 158.6 km
1. Drive from Kovalam to Alappuzhacar 158.6 km
2h 32m
₹1,803–2,603
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kovalam to Alappuzhataxi 158.6 km
2h 32m
₹3,300–4,000

Kovalam to Alappuzha by bus and train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

₹315Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.7 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Kovalam, Kerala, India and Alappuzha, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Alappuzha every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Trivandrum to Ambalapuzha every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ₹100–250 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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