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How to Travel from

Kerala to Chennai

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Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Trivandrum to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.55–$152.45
Plane from Calicut International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.55–$127.04
Plane from Nedumbassery Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.25–$215.97
Plane from Kannur International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.36–$177.86
Plane from Coimbatore International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.65–$241.38

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Nedumbassery Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$50.82–$114.34

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Coimbatore International Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.65–$266.79

Spicejet

Website:
spicejet.com/
Plane from Nedumbassery Airport to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.36–$317.61

SriLankan Airlines

Website:
srilankan.com/
Plane from Trivandrum to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$254.09–$533.58

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.21–$127.04

Kochi Metro

Phone:
13004250355
Website:
kochimetro.org/
Train from MG Road to Aluva
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$0.70

Bus operators

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Trivandrum to Alappuzha
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$4.07

KSRTC

Phone:
080-26252625
Website:
ksrtc.in
Bus from Trivandrum to Alappuzha
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.54–$9.53
Bus from Thissur to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.16–$8.89

Kallada Tours and Travels

Phone:
8893555000
Website:
kalladatravels.com/
Bus from Alappuzha to Koyembedu
Ave. Duration:
13h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.07–$39.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kerala to Chennai?

The cheapest way to get from Kerala to Chennai is to train which costs $4.46 - $108.70 and takes 14h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kerala to Chennai?

The fastest way to get from Kerala to Chennai is to fly which takes 2h 3m and costs $44.57 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Kerala and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kerala to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Koyembedu via Alappuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kerala and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Chennai Egmore. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 5m.

How far is it from Kerala to Chennai?

The distance between Kerala and Chennai is 636 km. The road distance is 725.1 km.

How do I travel from Kerala to Chennai without a car?

The best way to get from Kerala to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 14h 5m and costs $4.46 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Kerala to Chennai?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Kerala to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kerala to Chennai bus from?

Kerala to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Trivandrum station.

Where do I catch the Kerala to Chennai train from?

Kerala to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Kerala to Chennai?

The best way to get from Kerala to Chennai is to fly which takes 2h 3m and costs $44.57 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.46 - $108.70 and takes 14h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $10.87 - $42.39 and takes 18h 6m.

Where does the Kerala to Chennai bus arrive?

Kerala to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Alappuzha station.

Where does the Kerala to Chennai train arrive?

Kerala to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.

Can I drive from Kerala to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kerala to Chennai is 725 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Kerala to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 892+ hotels available in Chennai. Prices start at $21.22 per night.
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