What is the cheapest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam?

The cheapest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam is to bus which costs ₹210 - ₹550 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam?

The fastest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,500.

Is there a direct bus between Thiruvananthapuram and Pachalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Ernakulam via Ambalapuzha and Cherthala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Thiruvananthapuram and Pachalam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Ernakulam Town. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam?

The distance between Thiruvananthapuram and Pachalam is 224 km. The road distance is 215.2 km.

How do I travel from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam without a car?

The best way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam without a car is to bus which takes 4h 46m and costs ₹210 - ₹550.

How long does it take to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam bus from?

Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Trivandrum station.

Where do I catch the Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam?

The best way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam is to bus which takes 4h 46m and costs ₹210 - ₹550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹180 - ₹1,500 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam bus arrive?

Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Ambalapuzha station.

Where does the Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam train arrive?

Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ernakulam Town station.

Can I drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam is 215 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam.

Where can I stay near Pachalam?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Pachalam.

Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam by bus, train, car, taxi, plane, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Ambalapuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Cherthala to Ernakulambus
4h 46m
₹210–508
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Ernakulam Towntrain 16302 / ...
4h 53m
₹180–1,500
Drive 215.2 km
1. Drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalamcar 215.2 km
3h 15m
₹2,419–3,495
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalamtaxi 215.2 km
3h 15m
₹4,400–5,500
Fly, subway
1. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane TRV - COK
2. Take the subway from Aluva to Town Hallsubway
4h 21m
₹6,448–15,604

Thiruvananthapuram to Pachalam by train

106Weekly Trains

4h 53mAverage Duration

₹180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.6 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Thiruvananthapuram, India and Pachalam, India?

You can take a bus from Trivandrum to Town Hall via Ambalapuzha, Chertala, Cherthala, Ernakulam, and Ernakulam South in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Ernakulam Town hourly. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 53m.

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