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

The cheapest way to get from Nilamel to Kottayam is to bus which costs ₹270 - ₹380 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nilamel to Kottayam is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Nilamel and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Nilamel to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Chandayamangalam and arriving at Kottayam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Nilamel and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct train from Nilamel to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Varkala and arriving at Kottayam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Nilamel to Kottayam?

The distance between Nilamel and Kottayam is 144 km. The road distance is 104.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nilamel to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,800.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Nilamel to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nilamel to Kottayam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nilamel to Kottayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Nilamel to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Nilamel to Kottayam is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs ₹600 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹270 - ₹380 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Nilamel to Kottayam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nilamel to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nilamel to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Nilamel to Kottayam is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Nilamel to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 807+ hotels available in Kottayam.

Nilamel to Kottayam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Nilamel to Kottayam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Varkala to Kottayamtrain 12624 / ...
2h 31m
₹629–1,766
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chandayamangalam to Kottayambus
2h 39m
₹273–380
Drive 104.8 km
1. Drive from Nilamel to Kottayamcar 104.8 km
1h 30m
₹1,176–1,699
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nilamel to Kottayamtaxi 104.8 km
1h 30m
₹2,200–2,700

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Distance: 144.4 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varkala to Kottayam hourly. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Chandayamangalam to Kottayam hourly. Tickets cost ₹120–200 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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