Facts about the transport from Vellore to Kottayam
| Cheapest Transport | $8 |
| Fastest Transport | 10h 42m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:15 凌晨 |
| Latest Departure | 10:30 晚上 |
| Departures per day | 4 |
| Distance | 535 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Indian Railways, Kallada Travels |
Vellore to Kottayam
Best Options
$8
$18
Other Options
Transportation from Vellore to Kottayam
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Trains$ 7.89
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Buses$ 24.93
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Vellore
To Vellore
From Kottayam
Popular Routes in India
How to get from Vellore to Kottayam
Travelling between Vellore and Kottayam is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 17.09 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 7.89.
How long does it take to get from Vellore to Kottayam?
It can take you anywhere between 11 and 12 hours to travel between Vellore and Kottayam depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Vellore and Kottayam. Train will bring you to your destination in 10h 42m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 20m to reach Kottayam.
How much does it cost to get from Vellore to Kottayam?
Travelling between Vellore and Kottayam can be as cheap as USD 7.89 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 17.09 if you buy a Indian Railways Train 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 Vellore and Kottayam ?
- 4 from Vellore to Kottayam starting from 05:15 Katpadi Junction until 06:50 Katpadi Junction
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Vellore to Kottayam.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Vellore to Kottayam 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 Vellore and Kottayam
Kallada 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 Vellore to Kottayam?
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