What is the cheapest way to get from Palakkad to Marthandam?

The cheapest way to get from Palakkad to Marthandam is to train which costs ₹250 - ₹2,000 and takes 8h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palakkad to Marthandam?

The fastest way to get from Palakkad to Marthandam is to drive which takes 5h 31m and costs ₹4,200 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Palakkad and Marthandam?

No, there is no direct bus from Palakkad to Marthandam. However, there are services departing from Palakkad and arriving at Marthandam via Chertala and Kazhakootam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Palakkad and Marthandam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palakkad and arriving at Kulitthurai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Palakkad to Marthandam?

The distance between Palakkad and Marthandam is 408 km. The road distance is 375 km.

How do I travel from Palakkad to Marthandam without a car?

The best way to get from Palakkad to Marthandam without a car is to bus via Cherthala which takes 8h 24m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,300.

How long does it take to get from Palakkad to Marthandam?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Palakkad to Marthandam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palakkad to Marthandam bus from?

Palakkad to Marthandam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Palakkad station.

Where do I catch the Palakkad to Marthandam train from?

Palakkad to Marthandam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Palakkad station.

Train or bus from Palakkad to Marthandam?

The best way to get from Palakkad to Marthandam is to bus via Cherthala which takes 8h 24m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹250 - ₹2,000 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Palakkad to Marthandam bus arrive?

Palakkad to Marthandam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Cherthala station.

Where does the Palakkad to Marthandam train arrive?

Palakkad to Marthandam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kulitthurai station.

Can I drive from Palakkad to Marthandam?

Yes, the driving distance between Palakkad to Marthandam is 375 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Palakkad to Marthandam.

Where can I stay near Marthandam?

There are 704+ hotels available in Marthandam.

Palakkad to Marthandam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus via Cherthala
best
1. Take the bus from Palakkad to Cherthalabus
2. Take the bus from Chertala to Kazhakkottambus
3. Take the bus from Kazhakootam to Marthandambus
8h 24m
₹1,644–3,281
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palakkad to Kulitthuraitrain 16318 / ...
8h 40m
₹250–2,000
Drive 375 km
1. Drive from Palakkad to Marthandamcar 375 km
5h 31m
₹4,218–6,093
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palakkad to Marthandamtaxi 375 km
5h 31m
₹8,000–10,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palakkad, Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Palakkad, Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
10h 24m
₹943–3,183

Palakkad to Marthandam by train

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Distance: 407.9 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Palakkad, India and Marthandam, India?

You can take a bus from Palakkad to Marthandam via Chertala, Kazhakkottam, and Kazhakootam in around 8h 24m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Palakkad to Kulitthurai twice daily. Tickets cost ₹250–2,000 and the journey takes 8h 40m.

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