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 taxi and fly which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹13,000.

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 and arriving at Chennai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

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 626 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 3h 20m 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 SLGT Travels, depart from Palakkad 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 10h 16m.

Where does the Ottapalam to Chennai bus arrive?

Ottapalam to Chennai bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Chennai 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 1051+ hotels available in Chennai.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Ottapalam to Chennai by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3h 20m
₹7,308–12,233
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Chennai Centraltrain 22640 / ...
9h 53m
₹320–2,500
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Ettimadaitrain 16607 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ettimadai Junction to Koyambedu-Cmbtbus
9h 58m
₹890–4,261
Drive 562.9 km
1. Drive from Ottapalam to Chennaicar 562.9 km
8h 26m
₹6,309–9,112
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Chennaitaxi 562.9 km
8h 26m
₹12,000–15,000
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
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 47m
₹5,507–13,509
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
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palakkad to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
10h 16m

Ottapalam to Chennai by train

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9h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 625.7 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Palakkad to Chennai hourly, and the journey takes 9h 20m. Mahadev Travels also services this route every 2 hours.

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