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

The cheapest way to get from Palode to Kottayam is to bus via Pathanāmthitta which costs ₹290 - ₹470 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palode to Kottayam is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Palode and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Palode to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Palode and arriving at FlixBus Kottayam - Nagampadam via FlixBus Pathanamthitta - Stadium Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Palode to Kottayam?

The distance between Palode and Kottayam is 137 km. The road distance is 129.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Palode to Kottayam without a car is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs ₹650 - ₹850.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Palode to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palode to Kottayam bus from?

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

Train or bus from Palode to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Palode to Kottayam is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs ₹650 - ₹850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹800 - ₹2,100 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Palode to Kottayam bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palode to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Palode to Kottayam is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Palode to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 814+ hotels available in Kottayam.

Palode to Kottayam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Palode to Kottayam by bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilimanoor to Kottayambus
3h 19m
₹651–826
Bus via Pathanāmthitta
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palode to Pathanamthittabus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Pathanamthitta - Stadium Junction to FlixBus Kottayam - Nagampadambus FlixBus IN4450
5h 28m
₹296–470
Train
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayamtrain 16525 / ...
3h 47m
₹825–2,086
Drive 129.3 km
1. Drive from Palode to Kottayamcar 129.3 km
1h 54m
₹1,447–2,090
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palode to Kottayamtaxi 129.3 km
1h 54m
₹2,400–2,900

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Palode to Kottayam.

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Distance: 136.6 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kilimanoor to Kottayam hourly. Tickets cost ₹130–210 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayam hourly. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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