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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Kottayam to Nilgiris

Cheapest
5 h 9 min
Car
326 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Nedumbassery Airport to Calicut
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$228.68

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Kottayam to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$2.54–$40.65

Bus operators

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Email:
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Kottayam to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.79–$25.41
Bus from Kottayam to Muvattupuzha
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.57–$1.40

SETC

Phone:
9513948001
Email:
Website:
tnstc.in/
Bus from Gandhipuram to Ooty
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.19

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Nilgiris is to bus which costs $3.48 - $25 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Nilgiris is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Nilgiris?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Nilgiris. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Ooty via Gandhipuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Nilgiris?

The distance between Kottayam and Nilgiris is 356 km. The road distance is 342.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Nilgiris without a car is to train and taxi which takes 7h 22m and costs $27.17 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Kottayam to Nilgiris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Nilgiris bus from?

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

Where does the Kottayam to Nilgiris bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kottayam to Nilgiris?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Nilgiris is 343 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Kottayam to Nilgiris.

Where can I stay near Nilgiris?

There are 667+ hotels available in Nilgiris. Prices start at $16.51 per night.
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