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

The cheapest way to get from Alappuzha to Kottayam is to bus which costs ₹70 - ₹230 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alappuzha to Kottayam is to drive which takes 40 min and costs ₹480 - ₹750.

Is there a direct bus between Alappuzha and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Alappuzha to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Kottayam via Thiruvalla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Alappuzha and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct train from Alappuzha to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Alappuzha and arriving at Kottayam via Kayankulam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Alappuzha to Kottayam?

The distance between Alappuzha and Kottayam is 99 km. The road distance is 44.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Alappuzha to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Kottayam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alappuzha to Kottayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Alappuzha to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Alappuzha to Kottayam is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹70 - ₹230 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Alappuzha to Kottayam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alappuzha to Kottayam train arrive?

Alappuzha to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kayankulam station.

Can I drive from Alappuzha to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Alappuzha to Kottayam is 44 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Alappuzha to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 800+ hotels available in Kottayam.

Alappuzha to Kottayam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Alappuzha to Kottayam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alappuzha to Kayankulamtrain 12075 / ...
2. Take the train from Kayankulam to Kottayamtrain 16349 / ...
2h 6m
₹242–1,942
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Thiruvallabus
2. Take the bus from Thiruvalla to Kottayambus
2h 41m
₹70–222
Drive 44.3 km
1. Drive from Alappuzha to Kottayamcar 44.3 km
40 min
₹487–703
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alappuzha to Kottayamtaxi 44.3 km
40 min
₹900–1,200

Alappuzha to Kottayam by train

95Weekly Trains

2h 6mAverage Duration

₹242Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.7 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Alappuzha to Kottayam via Kayankulam in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alappuzha to Kottayam via Thiruvalla in around 2h 41m.

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