What is the cheapest way to get from Udupi to Vaikom?

The cheapest way to get from Udupi to Vaikom is to bus via Aluva which costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,700 and takes 13h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Udupi to Vaikom?

The fastest way to get from Udupi to Vaikom is to drive which takes 7h 28m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Udupi and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct bus from Udupi to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Vaikom via Aluva and Ernakulam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Udupi and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct train from Udupi to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Cherthala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Udupi to Vaikom?

The distance between Udupi and Vaikom is 535 km. The road distance is 483.8 km.

How do I travel from Udupi to Vaikom without a car?

The best way to get from Udupi to Vaikom without a car is to train which takes 10h 32m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,000.

How long does it take to get from Udupi to Vaikom?

It takes approximately 10h 32m to get from Udupi to Vaikom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Udupi to Vaikom bus from?

Udupi to Vaikom bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Udupi station.

Where do I catch the Udupi to Vaikom train from?

Udupi to Vaikom train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Udupi station.

Train or bus from Udupi to Vaikom?

The best way to get from Udupi to Vaikom is to train which takes 10h 32m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Aluva, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,700 and takes 13h 1m.

Where does the Udupi to Vaikom bus arrive?

Udupi to Vaikom bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Aluva Bypass Junction station.

Where does the Udupi to Vaikom train arrive?

Udupi to Vaikom train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Cherthala station.

Can I drive from Udupi to Vaikom?

Yes, the driving distance between Udupi to Vaikom is 484 km. It takes approximately 7h 28m to drive from Udupi to Vaikom.

Where can I stay near Vaikom?

There are 418+ hotels available in Vaikom.

Udupi to Vaikom - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Udupi to Vaikom by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Udupi to Cherthalatrain 16345
10h 32m
₹847–2,988
Bus via Aluva
1. Take the bus from Udupi to Aluva Bypass Junctionbus
13h 1m
₹1,243–1,661
Drive 483.8 km
1. Drive from Udupi to Vaikomcar 483.8 km
7h 28m
₹5,430–7,843
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Udupi to Vaikomtaxi 483.8 km
7h 28m
₹10,000–13,000
Bus to Bajpe Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport
1. Take the bus from Udupi to Surathkalbus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane IXE - COK
8h 56m
₹7,380–14,188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Udupi to Ernakulambus
13h 57m
₹1,105–2,464
Bus to Bajpe Airport, fly to Trivandrum, bus
1. Take the bus from Udupi to Surathkalbus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane IXE - TRV
3. Take the bus from Kazhakkottam to Chertalabus
8h
₹7,501–19,523
Train to Kannur International Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport
1. Take the train from Udupi to Kannurtrain
2. Fly from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane CNN - COK
9h 48m
₹5,128–14,706

Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK) flights

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4h 29mAverage Duration

₹4,381Cheapest Price

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Distance: 535.4 km
Duration: 10h 32m

What companies run services between Udupi, India and Vaikom, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Udupi to Cherthala once daily. Tickets cost ₹290–2,300 and the journey takes 10h 7m. Alternatively, Kohinoor Travels operates a bus from Udupi to Aluva Bypass Junction twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–1,500 and the journey takes 10h 18m.

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