What is the cheapest way to get from Tambaram to Thekkady?

The cheapest way to get from Tambaram to Thekkady is to bus via Nāmakkal which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,200 and takes 15h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tambaram to Thekkady?

The fastest way to get from Tambaram to Thekkady is to fly and bus which takes 7h 20m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Tambaram and Thekkady?

No, there is no direct bus from Tambaram to Thekkady. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Chennai - Perungalathur and arriving at FlixBus Cumbum - Yuvaraj Theatre via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

How far is it from Tambaram to Thekkady?

The distance between Tambaram and Thekkady is 537 km. The road distance is 538.5 km.

How do I travel from Tambaram to Thekkady without a car?

The best way to get from Tambaram to Thekkady without a car is to bus which takes 11h 16m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,300.

How long does it take to get from Tambaram to Thekkady?

It takes approximately 11h 16m to get from Tambaram to Thekkady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tambaram to Thekkady bus from?

Tambaram to Thekkady bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Chennai - Perungalathur station.

Where does the Tambaram to Thekkady bus arrive?

Tambaram to Thekkady bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Cumbum - Yuvaraj Theatre station.

Can I drive from Tambaram to Thekkady?

Yes, the driving distance between Tambaram to Thekkady is 538 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Tambaram to Thekkady.

Where can I stay near Thekkady?

There are 317+ hotels available in Thekkady.

Tambaram to Thekkady - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Tambaram to Thekkady by bus (Flixbus), train, taxi, car, plane, or bus

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Perungalathur to FlixBus Cumbum - Yuvaraj Theatrebus FlixBus IN5116
11h 16m
₹1,409–3,256
Bus via Nāmakkal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chennai Kalaignar Nagar to Namakkalbus
2. Take the bus from Namakkal to Kumilybus
15h 54m
₹1,130–3,142
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Rajapalayamtrain 12661 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Rajapalayam to Thekkadytaxi
11h 27m
₹3,315–6,076
Drive 538.5 km
1. Drive from Tambaram to Thekkadycar 538.5 km
8h 4m
₹6,094–8,802
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tambaram to Thekkadytaxi 538.5 km
8h 4m
₹12,000–15,000
Fly to Cochin International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the bus from Angamaly to Kumilybus
7h 20m
₹6,389–10,344
Fly to Trichy International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Theni, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Theni to Kumilybus
8h 59m
Fly to Salem, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the bus from Salem to Kumilybus
9h 40m
₹7,859–15,654

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK) flights

47Weekly Planes

1h 33mAverage Duration

₹5,375Cheapest Price

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Distance: 537.1 km
Duration: 11h 16m

What companies run services between Tambaram, India and Thekkady, India?

FlixBus India operates a bus from FlixBus Chennai - Perungalathur to FlixBus Cumbum - Yuvaraj Theatre 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹750–2,500 and the journey takes 10h 45m.

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