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

The cheapest way to get from Kovalam to Cherthala is to bus via Kunnumma which costs ₹500 - ₹800 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kovalam to Cherthala is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800.

Is there a direct bus between Kovalam and Cherthala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kovalam to Cherthala. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Chertala via Ambalapuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kovalam and Cherthala?

No, there is no direct train from Kovalam to Cherthala. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Cherthala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Kovalam to Cherthala?

The distance between Kovalam and Cherthala is 184 km. The road distance is 180.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kovalam to Cherthala without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Kovalam to Cherthala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kovalam to Cherthala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kovalam to Cherthala train from?

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

Train or bus from Kovalam to Cherthala?

The best way to get from Kovalam to Cherthala is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus via Kunnumma, which costs ₹500 - ₹800 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Kovalam to Cherthala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kovalam to Cherthala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kovalam to Cherthala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kovalam to Cherthala is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Kovalam to Cherthala.

Where can I stay near Cherthala?

There are 723+ hotels available in Cherthala.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Cherthalatrain 12076 / ...
2h 50m
₹533–1,729
Bus via Kunnumma
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Ambalapuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Ambalapuzha to Chertalabus
2h 57m
₹507–798
Drive 180.8 km
1. Drive from Kovalam to Cherthalacar 180.8 km
2h 53m
₹2,034–2,938
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kovalam to Cherthalataxi 180.8 km
2h 53m
₹3,700–4,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Cherthalabus
4h 52m
₹572–1,028

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Distance: 183.7 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Cherthala every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kovalam to Chertala via Trivandrum and Ambalapuzha in around 2h 57m.

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