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

The cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Chidambaram is to bus which costs ₹650 - ₹1,500 and takes 20h 31m.

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 - ₹8,500.

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 Erode GH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

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 15h 52m.

How far is it from Alappuzha to Chidambaram?

The distance between Alappuzha and Chidambaram is 591 km. The road distance is 516 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 bus via Erode which takes 12h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 12h 45m 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 Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Alappuzha 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 bus via Erode which takes 12h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹490 - ₹3,800 and takes 15h 52m.

Where does the Alappuzha to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Alappuzha to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Erode 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 66+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

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

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

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Bus via Erode
best
1. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Erodebus
2. Take the bus from Erode GH to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
12h 45m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16128
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
15h 52m
₹490–3,788
Drive 516 km
1. Drive from Alappuzha to Chidambaramcar 516 km
7h 56m
₹5,784–8,354
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alappuzha to Chidambaramtaxi 516 km
7h 56m
₹10,000–13,000
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly to Pondicherry, bus
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Ernakulam Jntrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane COK - PNY
3. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
10h 18m
₹10,363–25,790
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Ernakulambus
2. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Mattuthavani Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambarambus
20h 31m
₹653–1,425
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, 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 Chidambaramtrain
9h 57m
₹5,513–12,950
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Chennai International Airport, 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 Chidambaramtrain
11h 8m
₹7,741–19,080

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY) flights

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4h 54mAverage Duration

₹6,464Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alappuzha to Chidambaram.

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Distance: 591.5 km
Duration: 12h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Alappuzha to Chidambaram via Erode and Erode GH in around 12h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alappuzha to Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali in around 15h 52m.

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