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

The cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 13h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai is to train and fly which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Alappuzha and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Alappuzha to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Payaigada via Arumbakkam Thiruveethi Amman Koil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Alappuzha and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Perambur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Alappuzha to Chennai?

The distance between Alappuzha and Chennai is 628 km. The road distance is 700.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Alappuzha to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Chennai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Chennai train from?

Alappuzha to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Alappuzha station.

Train or bus from Alappuzha to Chennai?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Chennai is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,300 and takes 14h 21m.

Where does the Alappuzha to Chennai bus arrive?

Alappuzha to Chennai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Koyembedu station.

Where does the Alappuzha to Chennai train arrive?

Alappuzha to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Alappuzha to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Alappuzha to Chennai is 700 km. It takes approximately 10h 26m to drive from Alappuzha to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1012+ hotels available in Chennai.

Alappuzha to Chennai - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Alappuzha to Chennai by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Cochin International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4h 35m
₹4,995–13,636
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Peramburtrain 22640 / ...
13h 23m
₹380–2,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Koyembedubus
14h 21m
₹1,114–3,280
Drive 700.4 km
1. Drive from Alappuzha to Chennaicar 700.4 km
10h 26m
₹7,467–10,785
Bus to Trivandrum, fly
1. Take the bus from Ambalapuzha to Pattombus
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
5h 19m
₹6,069–14,639
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
8h 32m
₹5,484–13,898
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Parpanangaditrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
8h 34m
₹5,601–15,549

Alappuzha to Chennai by train

16Weekly Trains

13h 23mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 627.7 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Alappuzha to Perambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 23m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Alappuzha to Koyembedu twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–3,300 and the journey takes 13h 35m.

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