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

The cheapest way to get from Nellore to Kottayam is to train which costs ₹420 - ₹3,200 and takes 15h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nellore to Kottayam is to train and fly which takes 10h 14m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Nellore and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Nellore to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh and arriving at Kottayam via Salem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Nellore and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nellore and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 2m.

How far is it from Nellore to Kottayam?

The distance between Nellore and Kottayam is 861 km. The road distance is 809.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nellore to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 15h 2m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,200.

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

The train from Nellore to Kottayam takes 15h 2m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Nellore to Kottayam bus from?

Nellore to Kottayam bus services, operated by Medikonda Trravels, depart from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Nellore to Kottayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Nellore to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Nellore to Kottayam is to train which takes 15h 2m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem, which costs and takes 18h 21m.

Where does the Nellore to Kottayam bus arrive?

Nellore to Kottayam bus services, operated by Medikonda Trravels, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Nellore to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nellore to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Nellore to Kottayam is 809 km. It takes approximately 11h 37m to drive from Nellore to Kottayam.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nellore to Kottayamtrain 22504 / ...
15h 2m
₹420–3,200
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Nellore, Andhra Pradesh - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem to Kottayambus
18h 21m
Drive 809.1 km
1. Drive from Nellore to Kottayamcar 809.1 km
11h 37m
₹9,078–13,112
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nellore to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane TIR - COK
3. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain
11h 29m
₹6,511–23,528
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Nellore, Andhra Pradesh - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kottayam, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kottayam, Kerala
19h 5m
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nellore to Chennai Centraltrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
3. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain
10h 14m
₹5,392–11,013
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Take the train from Nellore to Chennai Centraltrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayamtrain
10h 50m
₹6,383–12,773
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Nellore to Chennai Centraltrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Aluvabus
4. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain
11h 19m
₹6,272–12,463

Nellore to Kottayam by train

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15h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 860.7 km
Duration: 15h 2m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Nellore to Kottayam 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹420–3,200 and the journey takes 15h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh to Kottayam via Salem, Tamil Nadu and Salem in around 18h 21m.

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