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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Kottayam is to bus which costs ₹490 - ₹2,000 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Kottayam is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 57m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salem and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Salem Market and arriving at Kottayam via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Salem to Kottayam?

The distance between Salem and Kottayam is 342 km. The road distance is 396.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Kottayam without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹490 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Salem to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Kottayam bus from?

Salem to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Salem station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Kottayam train from?

Salem to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Salem Jn station.

Train or bus from Salem to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Salem to Kottayam is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹490 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Salem to Kottayam bus arrive?

Salem to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Kottayam station.

Where does the Salem to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salem to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Kottayam is 397 km. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Salem to Kottayam.

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

Book your Salem to Kottayam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 780+ hotels available in Kottayam.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Salem to Kottayam by plane, taxi, bus (Flixbus), train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane SXV - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Kottayamtaxi
4h 57m
₹8,381–19,913
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Kottayamtrain 12623 / ...
9h 19m
₹368–2,833
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem to Kottayambus
8h 20m
₹490–2,000
Drive 396.8 km
1. Drive from Salem to Kottayamcar 396.8 km
5h 26m
₹3,861–5,577
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Kottayamtaxi 396.8 km
5h 26m
₹8,000–10,000

Salem to Kottayam by bus

63Weekly Buses

8h 20mAverage Duration

₹490Cheapest Price

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Distance: 342.1 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Salem to Kottayam every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹490–1,500 and the journey takes 8h 20m. FlixBus India also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Jn to Kottayam every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹260–2,000 and the journey takes 7h 47m.

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