What is the cheapest way to get from Palani to Vaikom?

The cheapest way to get from Palani to Vaikom is to bus which costs ₹320 - ₹750 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palani to Vaikom?

The fastest way to get from Palani to Vaikom is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs ₹2,500 - ₹3,700.

Is there a direct bus between Palani and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct bus from Palani to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Palani and arriving at Vaikom via Ettumannur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Palani and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct train from Palani to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Palani and arriving at Tripunitura via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Palani to Vaikom?

The distance between Palani and Vaikom is 305 km. The road distance is 225.9 km.

How do I travel from Palani to Vaikom without a car?

The best way to get from Palani to Vaikom without a car is to train via Palakkad which takes 7h 49m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,600.

How long does it take to get from Palani to Vaikom?

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Palani to Vaikom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palani to Vaikom bus from?

Palani to Vaikom bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Palani station.

Where do I catch the Palani to Vaikom train from?

Palani to Vaikom train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Palani station.

Train or bus from Palani to Vaikom?

The best way to get from Palani to Vaikom is to train via Palakkad which takes 7h 49m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹320 - ₹750 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Palani to Vaikom bus arrive?

Palani to Vaikom bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Ettumanoor station.

Where does the Palani to Vaikom train arrive?

Palani to Vaikom train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Palakkad station.

Can I drive from Palani to Vaikom?

Yes, the driving distance between Palani to Vaikom is 226 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Palani to Vaikom.

Where can I stay near Vaikom?

There are 417+ hotels available in Vaikom.

Palani to Vaikom - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Palani to Vaikom by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Palakkad
best
1. Take the train from Palani to Palakkadtrain 16344 / ...
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Tripunituratrain 16381 / ...
7h 49m
₹340–2,556
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palani to Ettumanoorbus
8h 14m
₹326–743
Drive 225.9 km
1. Drive from Palani to Vaikomcar 225.9 km
4h 19m
₹2,534–3,660
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palani to Vaikomtaxi 225.9 km
4h 19m
₹4,600–5,500
Train
1. Take the train from Palani to Aluvatrain 16344
8h 10m
₹350–2,539
Bus via Thrissur
1. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Thrissur, Keralabus Palani, Tamil Nadu - Thrissur, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Angamalybus Thrissur, Kerala - Angamaly
8h 32m

Palani to Vaikom by train and bus

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7h 49mAverage Duration

₹340Cheapest Price

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Distance: 304.8 km
Duration: 7h 49m

What companies run services between Palani, India and Vaikom, India?

You can take a train from Palani to Vaikom via Palakkad, Tripunitura, and Thrippunithura in around 7h 49m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Palani to Ettumanoor once daily. Tickets cost ₹290–650 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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