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

The cheapest way to get from Vaikom to Palakkad is to bus via Kuzhalmannam which costs ₹200 - ₹440 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vaikom to Palakkad is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,600.

Is there a direct bus between Vaikom and Palakkad?

No, there is no direct bus from Vaikom to Palakkad. However, there are services departing from Vaikom and arriving at Palakkad via Ernakulam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Vaikom and Palakkad?

No, there is no direct train from Vaikom to Palakkad. However, there are services departing from Turavur and arriving at Palakkad via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Vaikom to Palakkad?

The distance between Vaikom and Palakkad is 207 km. The road distance is 157.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Vaikom to Palakkad without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Vaikom to Palakkad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vaikom to Palakkad bus from?

Vaikom to Palakkad bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Vaikom station.

Where do I catch the Vaikom to Palakkad train from?

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

Train or bus from Vaikom to Palakkad?

The best way to get from Vaikom to Palakkad is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹950 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Vaikom to Palakkad bus arrive?

Vaikom to Palakkad bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Ernakulam station.

Where does the Vaikom to Palakkad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vaikom to Palakkad?

Yes, the driving distance between Vaikom to Palakkad is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Vaikom to Palakkad.

Where can I stay near Palakkad?

There are 123+ hotels available in Palakkad.

Vaikom to Palakkad - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Vaikom to Palakkad by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Turavur to Palakkadtrain 13352 / ...
4h 28m
₹966–2,341
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vaikom to Ernakulambus
2. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Palakkadtrain 16316 / ...
5h 2m
₹200–1,411
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vaikom to Ernakulambus
2. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Palakkadbus
4h 44m
₹590–911
Drive 157.7 km
1. Drive from Vaikom to Palakkadcar 157.7 km
2h 19m
₹1,781–2,573
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vaikom to Palakkadtaxi 157.7 km
2h 19m
₹3,400–4,200
Bus via Thrissur
1. Take the bus from Vaikom to Ernakulambus
2. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Thrissurbus
3. Take the bus from Thrissur to Palakkadbus
5h 19m
₹205–2,261
Bus via Kuzhalmannam
1. Take the bus from Vaikom to Ernakulambus
2. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Kuzhalmannambus
5h 23m
₹209–436

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Distance: 207.2 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Turavur to Palakkad twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vaikom to Palakkad via Ernakulam in around 4h 44m.

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