There are 4 ways to get from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal by train, taxi, or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train, taxi
best- Take the train from Tuti Melur to Sengottaitrain 16791
- Take the taxi from Sengottai to Kottakkaltaxi
4h 37m₹2,758–4,405Train, taxi via Punalūr
cheapest- Take the train from Tuti Melur to Punalurtrain 16791
- Take the taxi from Punalur to Kottakkaltaxi
6h 5m₹1,376–2,841Drive 229.3 km
- Drive from Thoothukudi to Kottakkalcar 229.3 km
3h 43m₹2,231–3,223Taxi
- Take the taxi from Thoothukudi to Kottakkaltaxi 229.3 km
3h 43m₹5,000–6,500
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal is to train and taxi via Punalūr which costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,900 and takes 6h 5m.
The fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.
The distance between Thoothukudi and Kottakkal is 250 km. The road distance is 229.3 km.
The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹2,700 - ₹4,400.
It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Thoothukudi to Kottakkal is 229 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal.
There are 99+ hotels available in Kottakkal.
What companies run services between Thoothukudi, India and Kottakkal, India?
There is no direct connection from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal. However, you can take the train to Sengottai then take the taxi to Kottakkal. Alternatively, you can drive from Thoothukudi to Kottakkal in around 3h 43m.
- Phone
- 14646
- [email protected]
- Website
- irctc.co.in
Train from Tuti Melur to Sengottai
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹150–1,200
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Sleeper Class
- ₹150–190
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹430–550
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹550–750
- First Class (1A)
- ₹950–1,200
Train from Tuti Melur to Punalur
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹170–1,400
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Sleeper Class
- ₹170–210
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹480–600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650–850
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,000–1,400
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 17m
- Estimated price
- ₹1,200–6,500
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Need to know: Eurostar, 4 stunningly beautiful Philippines islands you need to visit, and Bali: What to do if Mount Agung erupts - to help you get the most out of your next trip.






