What is the cheapest way to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady?

The cheapest way to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady is to bus which costs ₹490 - ₹1,200 and takes 10h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady?

The fastest way to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs ₹3,600 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kumbakonam and Thekkady?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumbakonam to Thekkady. However, there are services departing from Thuvarankuruchi and arriving at Kumily via Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu and Theni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Kumbakonam to Thekkady?

The distance between Kumbakonam and Thekkady is 329 km. The road distance is 325.9 km.

How do I travel from Kumbakonam to Thekkady without a car?

The best way to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady without a car is to bus via Tiruchirappalli which takes 7h 47m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady?

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumbakonam to Thekkady bus from?

Kumbakonam to Thekkady bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Thuvarankuruchi station.

Where does the Kumbakonam to Thekkady bus arrive?

Kumbakonam to Thekkady bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Tiruchirapalli station.

Can I drive from Kumbakonam to Thekkady?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumbakonam to Thekkady is 326 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Kumbakonam to Thekkady.

Where can I stay near Thekkady?

There are 315+ hotels available in Thekkady.

Kumbakonam to Thekkady - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kumbakonam to Thekkady by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus via Tiruchirappalli
best
1. Take the bus from Thuvarankuruchi to Tiruchirapallibus
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Theni to Kumilybus
7h 47m
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam to Mattuthavanibus
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani Bus Stop to Kumilybus
10h 59m
₹490–1,164
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Kumbakonam to Rajapalayamtrain 16847
2. Take the taxi from Rajapalayam to Thekkadytaxi
9h 17m
₹3,232–5,460
Drive 325.9 km
1. Drive from Kumbakonam to Thekkadycar 325.9 km
5h 10m
₹3,680–5,315
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kumbakonam to Thekkadytaxi 325.9 km
5h 10m
₹7,000–9,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai to Dindigulbus
3. Take the bus from Dindigul, Tamil Nadu to Thekkady, Keralabus
9h 50m

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Distance: 328.7 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Kumbakonam, India and Thekkady, India?

You can take a bus from Thuvarankuruchi to Thekkady via Tiruchirapalli, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu, Theni, Tamil Nadu, Theni, and Kumily in around 7h 47m.

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