What is the cheapest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves is to train via Thāne which costs ₹1,200 - ₹8,000 and takes 37h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves?

The fastest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹26,000.

Is there a direct bus between Thiruvananthapuram and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram and arriving at Aurangabad via Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Thiruvananthapuram and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Potul via Thane and Manmad Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 45m.

How far is it from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves?

The distance between Thiruvananthapuram and Ellora Caves is 1317 km. The road distance is 1515 km.

How do I travel from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves without a car is to bus which takes 30h 37m and costs ₹2,500 - ₹6,000.

How long does it take to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves bus from?

Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Thiruvananthapuram station.

Where do I catch the Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves train from?

Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves?

The best way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹26,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹2,500 - ₹6,000 and takes 30h 37m, you could also train via Thāne, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹8,000 and takes 37h 45m.

Where does the Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves bus arrive?

Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves train arrive?

Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thane station.

Can I drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves is 1515 km. It takes approximately 22h 32m to drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves.

Where can I stay near Ellora Caves?

There are 146+ hotels available in Ellora Caves.

Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU)plane TRV - IXU
6h 47m
₹11,448–25,289
Train via Thāne
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Thanetrain
2. Take the train from Thane to Manmad Jntrain
3. Take the train from Manmad Jn to Potultrain
37h 45m
₹1,267–7,875
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Aurangabadbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
30h 37m
₹2,498–5,801
Drive 1,515 km
1. Drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Cavescar 1,515 km
22h 32m
₹14,821–21,408
Bus via Solāpur
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Thiruvallabus
2. Take the bus from Thiruvalla KSRTC Terminal to Bengalurubus
3. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Solapurbus
4. Take the bus from Solapur to Aurangabadbus
34h 7m
₹2,711–5,776
Train
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Daund Jntrain 16382
2. Take the train from Daund Jn to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagartrain 11409
43h 10m
₹1,484–8,117

Trivandrum (TRV) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) flights

15Weekly Planes

8h 11mAverage Duration

₹9,265Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,317.1 km
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Thiruvananthapuram, India and Ellora Caves, India?

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited, and Air India Express fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Ellora Caves via Bengaluru and Aurangabad in around 30h 37m.

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