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

The cheapest way to get from Ranchi to Kottayam is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,500 and takes 45h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranchi to Kottayam is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 1m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ranchi and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranchi to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Ranchi and arriving at Kottayam Baker Junction via Bhubaneswar and Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Ranchi and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct train from Ranchi to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Hatia and arriving at Kottayam via Aluva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 51m.

How far is it from Ranchi to Kottayam?

The distance between Ranchi and Kottayam is 1836 km. The road distance is 2204.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranchi to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 45h 51m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Ranchi to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Kottayam bus from?

Ranchi to Kottayam bus services, operated by Dolphin Tours and Travels, depart from Ranchi station.

Where do I catch the Ranchi to Kottayam train from?

Ranchi to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Hatia station.

Train or bus from Ranchi to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Ranchi to Kottayam is to train which takes 45h 51m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹3,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 46h 12m.

Where does the Ranchi to Kottayam bus arrive?

Ranchi to Kottayam bus services, operated by Dolphin Tours and Travels, arrive at Bhubaneswar station.

Where does the Ranchi to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ranchi to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranchi to Kottayam is 2204 km. It takes approximately 32h 29m to drive from Ranchi to Kottayam.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ranchi to Kottayam?

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Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 785+ hotels available in Kottayam.

Ranchi to Kottayam - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ranchi to Kottayam by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane IXR - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Kottayamtaxi
6h 1m
₹12,348–18,911
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hatia to Aluvatrain 13351 / ...
2. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain 16344 / ...
45h 51m
₹1,082–8,216
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ranchi to Bhubaneswarbus
2. Take the bus from Bhubaneswar to Bengalurubus
3. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Kottayam Baker Junctionbus
46h 12m
₹3,001–7,590
Drive 2,204.1 km
1. Drive from Ranchi to Kottayamcar 2,204.1 km
32h 29m
₹21,462–31,001
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane IXR - CJB
2. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Kottayamtrain
10h 56m
₹9,888–26,431

Ranchi to Kottayam by train

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45h 51mAverage Duration

₹1,082Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,835.9 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Hatia to Kottayam via Aluva in around 45h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ranchi to Kottayam Baker Junction via Bhubaneswar and Bengaluru in around 46h 12m.

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