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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum is to train which costs ₹400 - ₹3,100 and takes 13h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Trivendrum?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Trivendrum. However, there are services departing from Payaigada and arriving at FlixBus Trivandrum - Thampanoor via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Trivendrum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Chennai to Trivendrum?

The distance between Chennai and Trivendrum is 638 km. The road distance is 720.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum without a car is to train which takes 13h 47m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Chennai to Trivendrum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Trivendrum bus from?

Chennai to Trivendrum bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Trivendrum train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Trivendrum?

The best way to get from Chennai to Trivendrum is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹400 - ₹3,100 and takes 13h 47m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,800 and takes 17h 35m.

Where does the Chennai to Trivendrum bus arrive?

Chennai to Trivendrum bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Trivandrum - Thampanoor station.

What is the time difference between Chennai and Trivendrum?

Trivendrum is 2h 30m ahead of Chennai. It is currently 7:41 AM in Chennai and 10:11 AM in Trivendrum.

Where does the Chennai to Trivendrum train arrive?

Chennai to Trivendrum train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Trivendrum?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Trivendrum is 720 km. It takes approximately 10h 46m to drive from Chennai to Trivendrum.

Where can I stay near Trivendrum?

There are 706+ hotels available in Trivendrum.

Chennai to Trivendrum - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Trivendrum by plane, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2h 48m
₹5,856–13,435
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 20635 / ...
13h 47m
₹400–3,100
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Trivandrum - Thampanoorbus FlixBus IN5530
17h 35m
₹1,008–3,727
Drive 720.4 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Trivendrumcar 720.4 km
10h 46m
₹7,781–11,240
Train via Perambur
1. Take the train from Perambur to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 22642 / ...
16h 57m
₹430–3,300

Chennai to Trivendrum by train and foot

14Weekly Services

13h 47mAverage Duration

₹400Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chennai to Trivendrum.

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Distance: 637.7 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram Central twice daily. Tickets cost ₹400–3,100 and the journey takes 13h 40m.

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