What is the cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala?

The cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala is to train and bus which costs ₹470 - ₹3,300 and takes 17h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala?

The fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala is to drive which takes 7h 40m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Alappuzha and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct bus from Alappuzha to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Tiruvannamalai via Melmaruvathur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 25m.

How far is it from Alappuzha to Arunachala?

The distance between Alappuzha and Arunachala is 721 km. The road distance is 525.1 km.

How do I travel from Alappuzha to Arunachala without a car?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala without a car is to train which takes 14h 38m and costs ₹600 - ₹3,900.

How long does it take to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala?

It takes approximately 14h 38m to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Arunachala bus from?

Alappuzha to Arunachala bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Alappuzha station.

Train or bus from Alappuzha to Arunachala?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala is to train which takes 14h 38m and costs ₹600 - ₹3,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 25m.

Where does the Alappuzha to Arunachala bus arrive?

Alappuzha to Arunachala bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Melmaruvathur station.

Can I drive from Alappuzha to Arunachala?

Yes, the driving distance between Alappuzha to Arunachala is 525 km. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Alappuzha to Arunachala.

Where can I stay near Arunachala?

There are 492+ hotels available in Arunachala.

Alappuzha to Arunachala - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Katpadi Jntrain 22640 / ...
2. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain 16853 / ...
14h 38m
₹638–3,847
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16128
2. Take the bus from Trichy to Thiruvannamalaibus
17h 27m
₹470–3,236
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Melmaruvathurbus
2. Take the bus from Melmaruvathur to Tiruvannamalaibus
15h 25m
Drive 525.1 km
1. Drive from Alappuzha to Arunachalacar 525.1 km
7h 40m
₹5,931–8,567
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alappuzha to Arunachalataxi 525.1 km
7h 40m
₹9,000–12,000
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Ernakulam Jntrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Villupuram Jntrain
4. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain
9h 51m
₹5,573–12,450
Bus via Puducherry
1. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Vytilla Hubbus
2. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Indira Gandi Statuebus
3. Take the bus from Indira Gandhi Statue to Tiruvannamalaibus
15h 31m
₹1,570–5,343
Train to Trivandrum, fly, train
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Villupuram Jntrain
4. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain
11h 4m
₹8,001–16,079

Alappuzha to Arunachala by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

17h 27mAverage Duration

₹470Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alappuzha to Arunachala.

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Distance: 721.3 km
Duration: 14h 38m

What companies run services between Alappuzha, India and Arunachala, India?

You can take a train from Alappuzha to Arunachala via Katpadi Jn and Tiruvannamalai in around 14h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alappuzha to Tiruvannamalai via Melmaruvathur in around 15h 25m.

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