There are 5 ways to get from Kottayam to Puthoor by train, bus, taxi or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train via Sasthankotta • 1h 53m
Cheapest option
Train • 3h 23m
3 alternative options
Bus • 2h 4m
Taxi • 1h 7m
Drive • 1h 7m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Puthoor is to train which costs ₹310 - ₹950 and takes 3h 23m.
The quickest way to get from Kottayam to Puthoor is to taxi which costs ₹1,500 - ₹1,900 and takes 1h 7m.
The distance between Kottayam and Puthoor is 64 km. The road distance is 79.2 km.
The best way to get from Kottayam to Puthoor without a car is to train via Sasthankotta which takes 1h 53m and costs ₹440 - ₹1,100.
It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Kottayam to Puthoor, including transfers.
The best way to get from Kottayam to Puthoor is to train via Sasthankotta which takes 1h 53m and costs ₹440 - ₹1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹360 - ₹900 and takes 2h 4m.
Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Puthoor is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Kottayam to Puthoor.
There are seven+ hotels available in Puthoor. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.
- Distance: 64.3 km
- Duration: 1h 53m
What companies run services between Kottayam, India and Puthoor, India?
Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Sasthankotta every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹110 - ₹650 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kottayam to Kottarakkara every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹150 - ₹220 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Kallada Tours and Travels also services this route once daily.
India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Kottayam to Sasthankotta
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹110 - ₹650
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹110 - ₹140
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹370 - ₹470
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹500 - ₹650
Train from Kottayam to Ezhukone
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 14m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹120 - ₹700
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹120 - ₹160
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹410 - ₹550
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹550 - ₹700
- Phone
- 9447071021
- Website
- keralartc.com
Bus from Kottayam to Kottarakkara
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 53m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹150 - ₹220
- Schedules at
- online.keralartc.com
- Phone
- 8893555000
- info@kalladatravels.com
- Website
- kalladatravels.com
Bus from Kottayam to Kottakkara
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 39m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹460 - ₹650
- Schedules at
- kalladatravels.com
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 7m
- Estimated price
- ₹1,500 - ₹1,900
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