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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Coimbatore is to bus which costs ₹290 - ₹1,800 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Coimbatore is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs ₹2,500 - ₹3,700.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Coimbatore?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kottayam and arriving at Coimbatore. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Coimbatore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kottayam and arriving at Coimbatore Jn. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Coimbatore?

The distance between Kottayam and Coimbatore is 250 km. The road distance is 236.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Coimbatore without a car is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs ₹290 - ₹1,800.

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

The bus from Kottayam to Coimbatore takes 5h 18m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Coimbatore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Coimbatore train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Coimbatore?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Coimbatore is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs ₹290 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹200 - ₹1,600 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Kottayam to Coimbatore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Coimbatore train arrive?

Kottayam to Coimbatore train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Coimbatore Jn station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Coimbatore?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Coimbatore is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Kottayam to Coimbatore.

Where can I stay near Coimbatore?

There are 318+ hotels available in Coimbatore.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Coimbatorebus
5h 18m
₹290–1,800
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Coimbatore Jntrain 12625 / ...
5h 35m
₹200–1,600
Drive 236.5 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Coimbatorecar 236.5 km
3h 31m
₹2,525–3,647
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Coimbatoretaxi 236.5 km
3h 31m
₹5,000–6,500

Kottayam to Coimbatore by train

62Weekly Trains

5h 35mAverage Duration

₹200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250 km
Duration: 5h 18m

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

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kottayam to Coimbatore every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹290–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 18m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Coimbatore Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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