How to travel from Alappuzha to Goa, India

The distance between Alappuzha and Goa is around 738km (458 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Alappuzha to Goa by train, plane and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Aluva then fly from Kochi (COK) to Goa (GOI).

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Flight time1h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,855($61)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Karmali.

  • Duration16h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,195($15)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Chicalim.

  • Duration11h 50m
  • Distance807km (501 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Alappuzha and Goa

There are several options for getting from Alappuzha to Goa by train, plane and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,195 ($15) and will take around 16h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹4,855 ($61).

The distance between Alappuzha and Goa is around 738km (458 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 693km (430 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Alappuzha and Goa by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Alappuzha to Goa is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx ₹4,855 ($61).

The cheapest way to travel between Alappuzha and Goa, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,195 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Alappuzha and Goa. It typically takes around 16h 25m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Alappuzha to Goa. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Karmali. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 16h 25m.

Indian Railways run train services between Alappuzha and Goa. Trains depart once daily and will take around 16h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Alappuzha and Goa. We recommend that you take the train to Aluva then fly from Kochi (COK) to Goa (GOI). instead which will take 3h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Alappuzha to Goa. We recommend that you take the train to Aluva then fly from Kochi (COK) to Goa (GOI). instead which will take 3h 30m.

The closest major airport to Goa is Dabolim Airport (GOI) (GOI) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Goa. Belgaum Airport (IXG) (IXG) and Pune Airport (PNQ) (PNQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Alappuzha and Goa. The distance is around 807km (501 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Alappuzha to Goa is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around ₹4,855 ($61).

How do I get from Alappuzha to Goa

Compare travel optionsbetween Alappuzha and Goa

Transport options from Alappuzha to Goa
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 2 similar
3h 30m
₹4,855($61)
every 2 hours738km (458 miles)
Train to Trivandrum Pett, Fly6h 10m
₹5,175($65)
once daily1,164km (723 miles)
Train to Podanur Jn, Fly7h 30m
₹6,285($79)
once daily869km (540 miles)
Train
16h 25m
₹1,195($15)
once daily837km (520 miles)
Drive
11h 50m
₹6,525($82)
on demand807km (501 miles)

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Airports near Goa

The following major airports near Goa offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

GOI
Dabolim Airport (GOI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
28km (17 miles) from Goa
IXG
Belgaum Airport (IXG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Goa
PNQ
Pune Airport (PNQ)
International Airport
Distance
365km (227 miles) from Goa