The average train between Alappuzha and Tambaram takes 15h 12m and the fastest train takes 13h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Alappuzha to Tambaram. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Alappuzha and Tambaram. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alappuzha is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Tambaram at 11:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Chennai Central and take an average of 15h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Alappuzha to Tambaram. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha station and arriving at Tambaram station via Chennai Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 12m.
Alappuzha to Tambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Alappuzha station.
Alappuzha to Tambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.
The distance between Alappuzha and Tambaram is 563.6 km. The road distance is 781 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Alappuzha to Chennai Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–3,000 and the journey takes 13h 55m.