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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Alappuzha is to bus which costs ₹70 - ₹230 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Alappuzha is to drive which takes 41 min and costs ₹480 - ₹750.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Alappuzha?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Alappuzha. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Alappuzha via Thiruvalla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Alappuzha?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Alappuzha. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Alappuzha via Kayankulam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Alappuzha?

The distance between Kottayam and Alappuzha is 99 km. The road distance is 44.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Alappuzha without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Kottayam to Alappuzha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Alappuzha bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Alappuzha train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Alappuzha?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Alappuzha is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹70 - ₹230 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Kottayam to Alappuzha bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Alappuzha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kottayam to Alappuzha?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Alappuzha is 45 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Kottayam to Alappuzha.

Where can I stay near Alappuzha?

There are 704+ hotels available in Alappuzha.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Kayankulamtrain 16344 / ...
2. Take the train from Kayankulam to Alappuzhatrain 12076 / ...
2h 38m
₹247–1,924
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Thiruvallabus
2. Take the bus from Thiruvalla to Alappuzhabus
3h 6m
₹71–222
Drive 44.9 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Alappuzhacar 44.9 km
41 min
₹489–706
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Alappuzhataxi 44.9 km
41 min
₹950–1,200

Kottayam to Alappuzha by train

89Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

₹247Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kottayam to Alappuzha.

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Distance: 98.7 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Kottayam to Alappuzha via Kayankulam in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottayam to Alappuzha via Thiruvalla in around 3h 6m.

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