What is the cheapest way to get from Anchal to Velankanni?

The cheapest way to get from Anchal to Velankanni is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹2,600 and takes 12h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Anchal to Velankanni?

The fastest way to get from Anchal to Velankanni is to drive which takes 7h 30m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹7,500.

Is there a direct bus between Anchal and Velankanni?

No, there is no direct bus from Anchal to Velankanni. However, there are services departing from Punalur and arriving at Velankanni, Tamil Nadu via Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu and Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Anchal and Velankanni?

No, there is no direct train from Anchal to Velankanni. However, there are services departing from Punalur and arriving at Vellankanni via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

How far is it from Anchal to Velankanni?

The distance between Anchal and Velankanni is 504 km. The road distance is 448.3 km.

How do I travel from Anchal to Velankanni without a car?

The best way to get from Anchal to Velankanni without a car is to train which takes 12h 13m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,600.

How long does it take to get from Anchal to Velankanni?

It takes approximately 12h 13m to get from Anchal to Velankanni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anchal to Velankanni bus from?

Anchal to Velankanni bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Punalur station.

Where do I catch the Anchal to Velankanni train from?

Anchal to Velankanni train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Punalur station.

Train or bus from Anchal to Velankanni?

The best way to get from Anchal to Velankanni is to train which takes 12h 13m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 13h 22m.

Where does the Anchal to Velankanni bus arrive?

Anchal to Velankanni bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Rajapalayam station.

Where does the Anchal to Velankanni train arrive?

Anchal to Velankanni train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Vellankanni station.

Can I drive from Anchal to Velankanni?

Yes, the driving distance between Anchal to Velankanni is 448 km. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from Anchal to Velankanni.

Where can I stay near Velankanni?

There are 43+ hotels available in Velankanni.

Anchal to Velankanni - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Anchal to Velankanni by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Punalur to Vellankannitrain 16361
12h 13m
₹567–2,539
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Punalur to Rajapalayambus
2. Take the bus from Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus
13h 22m
Drive 448.3 km
1. Drive from Anchal to Velankannicar 448.3 km
7h 30m
₹5,095–7,359
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Anchal to Velankannitaxi 448.3 km
7h 30m
₹7,000–9,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chandayamangalam to Kesavadasapurambus
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
14h 8m

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Distance: 503.7 km
Duration: 12h 13m

What companies run services between Anchal, Kerala, India and Velankanni, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Punalur to Vellankanni twice a week. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Anchal to Velankanni, Tamil Nadu via Punalur, Rajapalayam, Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 13h 22m.

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