What is the cheapest way to get from Ottapalam to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Ottapalam to Chennai is to train which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 9h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottapalam to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Ottapalam to Chennai is to train and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ottapalam and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottapalam to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Palakkad, Kerala and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Ottapalam and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ottappalam and arriving at Chennai Central. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 53m.

How far is it from Ottapalam to Chennai?

The distance between Ottapalam and Chennai is 513 km. The road distance is 562.9 km.

How do I travel from Ottapalam to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 9h 53m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500.

How long does it take to get from Ottapalam to Chennai?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Ottapalam to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Chennai bus from?

Ottapalam to Chennai bus services, operated by Oneness Tours And Travels, depart from Palakkad, Kerala station.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Chennai train from?

Ottapalam to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ottappalam station.

Train or bus from Ottapalam to Chennai?

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Chennai is to train which takes 9h 53m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Ottapalam to Chennai bus arrive?

Ottapalam to Chennai bus services, operated by Oneness Tours And Travels, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Ottapalam to Chennai train arrive?

Ottapalam to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.

Can I drive from Ottapalam to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottapalam to Chennai is 563 km. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from Ottapalam to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Chennai.

Ottapalam to Chennai - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
4h 52m
₹5,507–9,009
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Chennai Centraltrain 22640 / ...
9h 53m
₹320–2,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palakkad, Kerala to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Palakkad, Kerala - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
9h 54m
Drive 562.9 km
1. Drive from Ottapalam to Chennaicar 562.9 km
8h 26m
₹6,347–9,167
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Chennaitaxi 562.9 km
8h 26m
₹12,000–15,000
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Parpanangaditrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
5h 3m
₹6,763–11,316
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
6h 12m
₹5,732–9,697
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Tiruppurtrain 16188 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tirupur, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Tirupur, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
11h 4m

Ottapalam to Chennai by train

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Distance: 513.1 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Ottapalam, India and Chennai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ottappalam to Chennai Central 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 9h 53m. Alternatively, Oneness Tours And Travels operates a bus from Palakkad, Kerala to Chennai, Tamil Nadu every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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