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

The cheapest way to get from Malappuram to Kottayam is to bus which costs ₹270 - ₹370 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malappuram to Kottayam is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,400.

Is there a direct bus between Malappuram and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Malapurram and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Malappuram and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct train from Malappuram to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Pattikkad and arriving at Kottayam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Malappuram to Kottayam?

The distance between Malappuram and Kottayam is 222 km. The road distance is 206.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Malappuram to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Malappuram to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malappuram to Kottayam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Malappuram to Kottayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Malappuram to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Malappuram to Kottayam is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹270 - ₹370 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Malappuram to Kottayam bus arrive?

Malappuram to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Kottayam station.

Where does the Malappuram to Kottayam train arrive?

Malappuram to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kottayam station.

Can I drive from Malappuram to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Malappuram to Kottayam is 207 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Malappuram to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 796+ hotels available in Kottayam.

Malappuram to Kottayam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Malappuram to Kottayam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pattikkad to Kottayamtrain 16350
4h 38m
₹831–2,169
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Malapurram to Shoranurbus
2. Take the train from Shoranur Jn to Kottayamtrain 16350 / ...
5h 33m
₹229–1,442
Bus
1. Take the bus from Malapurram to Kottayambus
5h 55m
₹270–370
Drive 206.7 km
1. Drive from Malappuram to Kottayamcar 206.7 km
3h 15m
₹2,324–3,357
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Malappuram to Kottayamtaxi 206.7 km
3h 15m
₹4,700–6,000

Malappuram to Kottayam by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

₹270Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.4 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pattikkad to Kottayam once daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Malapurram to Kottayam once daily. Tickets cost ₹270–370 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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