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

The cheapest way to get from Vaikom to Chennai is to train via Ernakulam which costs ₹400 - ₹3,000 and takes 14h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vaikom to Chennai is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Vaikom and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Vaikom to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Vaikom and arriving at Chennai via Ernakulam and Aluva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Vaikom and Chennai?

No, there is no direct train from Vaikom to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Perambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 31m.

How far is it from Vaikom to Chennai?

The distance between Vaikom and Chennai is 588 km. The road distance is 668.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Vaikom to Chennai without a car is to train via Ernakulam which takes 14h 31m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Vaikom to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vaikom to Chennai bus from?

Vaikom to Chennai bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Aluva station.

Where do I catch the Vaikom to Chennai train from?

Vaikom to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.

Train or bus from Vaikom to Chennai?

The best way to get from Vaikom to Chennai is to train via Ernakulam which takes 14h 31m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 11m.

Where does the Vaikom to Chennai bus arrive?

Vaikom to Chennai bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Vaikom to Chennai train arrive?

Vaikom to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Vaikom to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Vaikom to Chennai is 668 km. It takes approximately 10h 12m to drive from Vaikom to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1062+ hotels available in Chennai.

Vaikom to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Vaikom to Chennai by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Vaikom to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2h 44m
₹6,502–11,281
Train via Ernakulam
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Peramburtrain 22640 / ...
14h 31m
₹400–2,911
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
15h 11m
Drive 668.5 km
1. Drive from Vaikom to Chennaicar 668.5 km
10h 12m
₹7,485–10,811
Train
1. Take the train from Turavur to Peramburtrain 13352 / ...
14h 41m
₹1,166–3,741
Bus via Āndippatti
1. Take the bus from Vaikom to Andipattibus
2. Take the bus from Andipatti to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
17h 7m

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

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1h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 588.4 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Perambur 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 16m. Alternatively, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Aluva to Chennai every 3 hours, and the journey takes 12h 20m. Mahadev Travels also services this route every 4 hours.

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