What is the cheapest way to get from Ottapalam to Palani?

The cheapest way to get from Ottapalam to Palani is to bus which costs ₹160 - ₹330 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottapalam to Palani?

The fastest way to get from Ottapalam to Palani is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Ottapalam and Palani?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottapalam to Palani. However, there are services departing from Ottapalam and arriving at Pallani via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ottapalam and Palani?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ottappalam and arriving at Palani. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Ottapalam to Palani?

The distance between Ottapalam and Palani is 153 km. The road distance is 145.2 km.

How do I travel from Ottapalam to Palani without a car?

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Palani without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300.

How long does it take to get from Ottapalam to Palani?

The train from Ottappalam to Palani takes 3h 42m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Palani bus from?

Ottapalam to Palani bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ottapalam station.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Palani train from?

Ottapalam to Palani train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ottappalam station.

Train or bus from Ottapalam to Palani?

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Palani is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹160 - ₹330 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Ottapalam to Palani bus arrive?

Ottapalam to Palani bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Palakkad station.

Where does the Ottapalam to Palani train arrive?

Ottapalam to Palani train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Palani station.

Can I drive from Ottapalam to Palani?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottapalam to Palani is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Ottapalam to Palani.

Where can I stay near Palani?

There are 487+ hotels available in Palani.

Ottapalam to Palani - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ottapalam to Palani by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Palani16343
3h 42m
₹160–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ottapalam to Palakkad
2. Take the bus from Palakkad to Pallani
4h 34m
₹169–321
Drive 145.2 km
1. Drive from Ottapalam to Palani145.2 km
2h 17m
₹1,532–2,212
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Palani145.2 km
2h 17m
₹3,200–3,800

Ottapalam to Palani by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 42mAverage Duration

₹160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.1 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Ottapalam, India and Palani, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ottappalam to Palani once daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ottapalam to Pallani via Palakkad in around 4h 34m.

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