Kottayam to Chennai

Kottayam to Chennai

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Kottayam to Chennai Schedule

Kottayam to Chennai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Kallada Travels AC Sleeper 15:20 - 08:00₹ 2,079
Kallada Travels AC Sleeper 17:20 - 08:30₹ 2,426
Azul Transports A/C Semi Sleeper 18:00 - 07:45₹ 3,292

Transportation from Kottayam to Chennai

Facts about the transport from Kottayam to Chennai

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport13h 30m
Earliest Departure8:53 午前
Latest Departure8:01 午後
Departures per day5
Distance658 kilometers
Transport CompaniesA1 Travels, Azul Transports, Indian Railways, Kallada Travels, Psk Travels

How to get from Kottayam to Chennai

Travelling between Kottayam and Chennai is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 26.29 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 13.01.

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

It can take you anywhere between 14 and 18 hours to travel between Kottayam and Chennai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Kottayam and Chennai. Bus will bring you to your destination in 13h 30m. Train does a much slower job and take about 17h 3m to reach Chennai.

How much does it cost to get from Kottayam to Chennai?

Travelling between Kottayam and Chennai can be as cheap as USD 13.01 if you opt for a A1 Travels bus and as expensive as USD 26.29 if you buy a Kallada Travels Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kottayam and Chennai ?

  • 5 from Kottayam to Chennai starting from 16:55 Kottayam until 18:00 Kottayam

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kottayam to Chennai.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kottayam to Chennai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kottayam and Chennai

A1 Travels, Azul Transports, Kallada Travels, Psk Travels

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kottayam to Chennai?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train