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

The cheapest way to get from Trivendrum to Kottayam is to bus which costs ₹180 - ₹420 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trivendrum to Kottayam is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Trivendrum and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Trivendrum and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Trivendrum to Kottayam?

The distance between Trivendrum and Kottayam is 160 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Trivendrum to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300.

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

The train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayam takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Trivendrum to Kottayam bus from?

Trivendrum to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Trivendrum to Kottayam train from?

Trivendrum to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Trivendrum to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Trivendrum to Kottayam is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹180 - ₹420 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Trivendrum to Kottayam bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Trivendrum and Kottayam?

Kottayam is 2h 30m behind Trivendrum. It is currently 7:41 PM in Trivendrum and 5:11 PM in Kottayam.

Where does the Trivendrum to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trivendrum to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Trivendrum to Kottayam is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Trivendrum to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 800+ hotels available in Kottayam.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayamtrain 16525 / ...
3h 22m
₹160–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottayambus
4h 32m
₹180–420
Drive 149.4 km
1. Drive from Trivendrum to Kottayamcar 149.4 km
2h 9m
₹1,623–2,345
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Trivendrum to Kottayamtaxi 149.4 km
2h 9m
₹2,800–3,300

Trivendrum to Kottayam by foot and train

113Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

₹160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.4 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayam hourly. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottayam every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–420 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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