What is the cheapest way to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam?

The cheapest way to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹3,900 and takes 18h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam?

The fastest way to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam is to fly and train which takes 8h 16m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Vijayawada and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Vijayawada to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Varadha and arriving at Kottayam via Coimbatore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Vijayawada and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vijayawada Jn and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 37m.

How far is it from Vijayawada to Kottayam?

The distance between Vijayawada and Kottayam is 964 km. The road distance is 1070 km.

How do I travel from Vijayawada to Kottayam without a car?

The best way to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 18h 37m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,900.

How long does it take to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam?

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vijayawada to Kottayam bus from?

Vijayawada to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Varadha station.

Where do I catch the Vijayawada to Kottayam train from?

Vijayawada to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vijayawada Jn station.

Train or bus from Vijayawada to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam is to train which takes 18h 37m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,900. Alternatively, you can bus via Coimbatore, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹4,600 and takes 22h 7m.

Where does the Vijayawada to Kottayam bus arrive?

Vijayawada to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Coimbatore Omni Bus Stand station.

Where does the Vijayawada to Kottayam train arrive?

Vijayawada to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kottayam station.

Can I drive from Vijayawada to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Vijayawada to Kottayam is 1070 km. It takes approximately 15h 40m to drive from Vijayawada to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 779+ hotels available in Kottayam.

Vijayawada to Kottayam - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Vijayawada to Kottayam by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane VGA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain
8h 16m
₹9,148–15,701
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vijayawada Jn to Kottayamtrain 22504 / ...
18h 37m
₹500–3,900
Bus via Coimbatore
1. Take the bus from Varadha to Coimbatore Omni Bus Standbus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Kottayambus
22h 7m
₹1,128–4,552
Drive 1,070 km
1. Drive from Vijayawada to Kottayamcar 1,070 km
15h 40m
₹11,993–17,324
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane VGA - CJB
2. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Kottayamtrain
9h 47m
₹7,998–16,561
Fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Fly from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane VGA - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayamtrain
9h 7m
₹9,139–16,961
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane VGA - CCJ
2. Take the train from Parpanangadi to Shoranur Jntrain
3. Take the train from Shoranur Jn to Kottayamtrain
10h 30m
₹9,788–17,541
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Madurai (IXM)plane VGA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Kottayamtrain
18h 6m
₹9,763–18,676
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vijayawada to Coimbatorebus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Kottayambus
23h 4m

Vijayawada to Kottayam by train

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18h 37mAverage Duration

₹500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 963.7 km
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Vijayawada, India and Kottayam, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Vijayawada Jn to Kottayam 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹500–3,900 and the journey takes 18h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varadha to Kottayam via Coimbatore Omni Bus Stand and Coimbatore in around 22h 7m.

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