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Three ways to Travel from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

Composite routes from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram

Cheapest
10 h 49 min
Car
730 km.
from $40
Other
17 h 11 min
626 km.
from $32.39

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$152.85

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$152.85

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Egmore to Thiruvananthapuram
Ave. Duration:
13h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.22–$127.38

Bus operators

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Email:
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Alappuzha to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.53–$4.08

KSRTC

Phone:
080-26252625
Website:
ksrtc.in
Bus from Alappuzha to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.55–$9.55

Kallada Tours and Travels

Phone:
8893555000
Email:
Website:
kalladatravels.com/
Bus from Koyembedu to Alappuzha
Ave. Duration:
13h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$39.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is to bus which costs $10.87 - $41.30 and takes 17h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $43.48 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram. However, there are services departing from Koyembedu and arriving at Trivandrum via Alappuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram?

The distance between Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram is 637 km. The road distance is 723 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram without a car is to train which takes 13h 40m and costs $4.46 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram bus from?

Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Koyembedu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram?

The best way to get from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $43.48 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.46 - $108.70 and takes 13h 40m, you could also bus, which costs $10.87 - $41.30 and takes 17h 11m.

Where does the Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram bus arrive?

Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Alappuzha station.

Where does the Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train arrive?

Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram is 723 km. It takes approximately 10h 43m to drive from Chennai to Thiruvananthapuram.

Where can I stay near Thiruvananthapuram?

There are 616+ hotels available in Thiruvananthapuram. Prices start at $20.37 per night.
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