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

The cheapest way to get from Nalanchira to Kottayam is to bus which costs ₹390 - ₹750 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nalanchira to Kottayam is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Nalanchira and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Nalanchira to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Kesavadasapuram and arriving at Kottayam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Nalanchira and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct train from Nalanchira to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Kottayam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Nalanchira to Kottayam?

The distance between Nalanchira and Kottayam is 169 km. The road distance is 142.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nalanchira to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs ₹470 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Nalanchira to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nalanchira to Kottayam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nalanchira to Kottayam train from?

Nalanchira to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Nalanchira to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Nalanchira to Kottayam is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs ₹470 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹390 - ₹750 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Nalanchira to Kottayam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nalanchira to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nalanchira to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Nalanchira to Kottayam is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Nalanchira to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 798+ hotels available in Kottayam.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayamtrain 16525 / ...
3h 26m
₹477–1,675
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kesavadasapuram to Kottayambus
3h 42m
₹390–750
Drive 142.5 km
1. Drive from Nalanchira to Kottayamcar 142.5 km
2h 3m
₹1,607–2,321
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nalanchira to Kottayamtaxi 142.5 km
2h 3m
₹2,900–3,600
Bus via Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
1. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Kottayam, Keralabus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Kottayam, Kerala
3h 46m

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Distance: 169 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayam hourly. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kesavadasapuram to Kottayam every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–490 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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