What is the cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Thenmala?

The cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Thenmala is to train which costs ₹280 - ₹2,200 and takes 10h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Velankanni to Thenmala?

The fastest way to get from Velankanni to Thenmala is to drive which takes 6h 49m and costs ₹4,800 - ₹7,000.

Is there a direct bus between Velankanni and Thenmala?

No, there is no direct bus from Velankanni to Thenmala. However, there are services departing from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Thenmala via Madurai, Tamil Nadu and Rajapalayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Velankanni and Thenmala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vellankanni and arriving at Tenmalai. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 33m.

How far is it from Velankanni to Thenmala?

The distance between Velankanni and Thenmala is 468 km. The road distance is 428.7 km.

How do I travel from Velankanni to Thenmala without a car?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Thenmala without a car is to train which takes 10h 33m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200.

How long does it take to get from Velankanni to Thenmala?

The train from Vellankanni to Tenmalai takes 10h 33m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Thenmala bus from?

Velankanni to Thenmala bus services, operated by Universal Travels, depart from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Thenmala train from?

Velankanni to Thenmala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vellankanni station.

Train or bus from Velankanni to Thenmala?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Thenmala is to train which takes 10h 33m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 1m.

Where does the Velankanni to Thenmala bus arrive?

Velankanni to Thenmala bus services, operated by Universal Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Velankanni to Thenmala train arrive?

Velankanni to Thenmala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tenmalai station.

Can I drive from Velankanni to Thenmala?

Yes, the driving distance between Velankanni to Thenmala is 429 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Velankanni to Thenmala.

Where can I stay near Thenmala?

There are 19+ hotels available in Thenmala.

Velankanni to Thenmala - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Velankanni to Thenmala by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Tenmalaitrain 16362
10h 33m
₹280–2,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Thenmalabus
13h 1m
Drive 428.7 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Thenmalacar 428.7 km
6h 49m
₹4,823–6,966
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Thenmalataxi 428.7 km
6h 49m
₹7,500–9,500
Train to Trichy International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Manjattidaltrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane TRZ - TRV
3. Take the bus from Peroorkada to Thenmalabus
10h 57m
₹11,130–16,427
Bus to Chennai International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Nagore to Guindy Industrial Estatebus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the bus from Peroorkada to Thenmalabus
8h 49m
₹6,689–11,732

Velankanni to Thenmala by train

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10h 33mAverage Duration

₹280Cheapest Price

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Distance: 468 km
Duration: 10h 33m

What companies run services between Velankanni, India and Thenmala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Vellankanni to Tenmalai twice a week. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 10h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Thenmala via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, and Rajapalayam in around 13h 1m.

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