What is the cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam?

The cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam is to drive which costs ₹700 - ₹1,100 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam?

The fastest way to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Velankanni and Kumbakonam?

No, there is no direct bus from Velankanni to Kumbakonam. However, there are services departing from Velankanni Bus stand and arriving at Kumbakonam via Chidambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Velankanni and Kumbakonam?

No, there is no direct train from Velankanni to Kumbakonam. However, there are services departing from Vellankanni and arriving at Kumbakonam via Mayiladuturai J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Velankanni to Kumbakonam?

The distance between Velankanni and Kumbakonam is 96 km. The road distance is 73.5 km.

How do I travel from Velankanni to Kumbakonam without a car?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam without a car is to train and line 16231 train which takes 3h 19m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000.

How long does it take to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Kumbakonam bus from?

Velankanni to Kumbakonam bus services, operated by Raja Travels, depart from Velankanni Bus stand station.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Kumbakonam train from?

Velankanni to Kumbakonam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vellankanni station.

Train or bus from Velankanni to Kumbakonam?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam is to train and line 16231 train which takes 3h 19m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Velankanni to Kumbakonam bus arrive?

Velankanni to Kumbakonam bus services, operated by Raja Travels, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Velankanni to Kumbakonam train arrive?

Velankanni to Kumbakonam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Mayiladuturai J station.

Can I drive from Velankanni to Kumbakonam?

Yes, the driving distance between Velankanni to Kumbakonam is 73 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Velankanni to Kumbakonam.

Where can I stay near Kumbakonam?

There are 90+ hotels available in Kumbakonam.

Velankanni to Kumbakonam - 4 ways to travel via train, line 16231 train

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There are 4 ways to get from Velankanni to Kumbakonam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 16231 train
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1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Mayiladuturai Jtrain 16176 / ...
2. Take the train from Mayiladuturai J to Kumbakonamtrain 06017 / ...
3h 19m
₹240–1,950
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni Bus stand to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Chidambaram to Kumbakonambus Chidambaram - Kumbakonam
5h 40m
Drive 73.5 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Kumbakonamcar 73.5 km
1h 6m
₹715–1,033
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Kumbakonamtaxi 73.5 km
1h 6m
₹1,200–1,500

Velankanni to Kumbakonam by train

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.8 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Velankanni, India and Kumbakonam, India?

You can take a train from Vellankanni to Kumbakonam via Mayiladuturai J in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Velankanni Bus stand to Kumbakonam via Chidambaram in around 5h 40m.

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