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

The cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Chidambaram is to train which costs ₹490 - ₹3,800 and takes 16h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Chidambaram is to drive which takes 7h 56m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Alappuzha and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Alappuzha to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Chidambaram via Ambalapuzha, Kazhakottam and Mattuthavani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Alappuzha and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Alappuzha to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.

How far is it from Alappuzha to Chidambaram?

The distance between Alappuzha and Chidambaram is 761 km. The road distance is 515.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Chidambaram without a car is to train which takes 16h 25m and costs ₹490 - ₹3,800.

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

It takes approximately 16h 25m to get from Alappuzha to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Chidambaram bus from?

Alappuzha to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ambalapuzha station.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Chidambaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Alappuzha to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Chidambaram is to train which takes 16h 25m and costs ₹490 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,200 and takes 17h 21m.

Where does the Alappuzha to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Alappuzha to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Kazhakkottam station.

Where does the Alappuzha to Chidambaram train arrive?

Alappuzha to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tiruchchirapali station.

Can I drive from Alappuzha to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Alappuzha to Chidambaram is 516 km. It takes approximately 7h 56m to drive from Alappuzha to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 41+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Alappuzha to Chidambaram - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16128
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain 09420 / ...
16h 25m
₹490–3,786
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ambalapuzha to Kazhakkottambus
2. Take the bus from Kazhakottam to Mattuthavanibus
3. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambarambus
17h 21m
₹1,289–3,120
Drive 515.9 km
1. Drive from Alappuzha to Chidambaramcar 515.9 km
7h 56m
₹5,495–7,938
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alappuzha to Chidambaramtaxi 515.9 km
7h 56m
₹9,000–11,000
Fly Cochin International Airport to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
10h 14m
₹4,997–13,278
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Trivandrum Petttrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TRV - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain
9h 22m
₹6,170–19,954
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Trivandrum Petttrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
10h 48m
₹5,240–16,574
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
13h 16m
₹5,654–13,848

Alappuzha to Chidambaram by train

7Weekly Trains

16h 25mAverage Duration

₹490Cheapest Price

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Distance: 760.9 km
Duration: 16h 25m

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

You can take a train from Alappuzha to Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali in around 16h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alappuzha to Chidambaram via Ambalapuzha, Kazhakkottam, Kazhakottam, and Mattuthavani in around 17h 21m.

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