How to travel from Darjeeling to Alappuzha, India
The distance between Darjeeling and Alappuzha is around 2,423km (1,506 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 7h 15m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Alappuzha by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Alappuzha → Darjeeling if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Kochi (COK) then take the train to Alappuzha.
- Duration7h 15m
- Flight time4hrs
- Typical cost₹13,770($175)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Taxi and Train
Take a taxi to New Jalpaiguri then take the train to Aluva and then to Alappuzha.
- Duration2 days 1h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost₹5,095($64)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Alappuzha
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Alappuzha by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a taxi and then take the train which costs around ₹5,095 ($64) and will take around 2 days 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 7h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹13,770 ($175).
The distance between Darjeeling and Alappuzha is around 2,423km (1,506 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,313km (1,437 miles)
It takes around 7h 15m to get from Darjeeling and Alappuzha by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 17h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Alappuzha is to fly and then take the train which takes around 7h 15m and will set you back approx ₹13,770 ($175).
The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Alappuzha, if you exclude driving, is to take a taxi and then take the train which will typically cost around ₹5,095 ($64) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Darjeeling and Alappuzha. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Kochi (COK) then take the train to Alappuzha. instead which will take 7h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Darjeeling and Alappuzha. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Kochi (COK) then take the train to Alappuzha. instead which will take 7h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Darjeeling to Alappuzha. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Kochi (COK) then take the train to Alappuzha. instead which will take 7h 15m.
The closest major airport to Alappuzha is Cochin International Airport (COK) (COK) which is approximately 73km (45 miles) from Alappuzha. Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) (TRV) and Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) 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 Darjeeling and Alappuzha. The distance is around 2,849km (1,770 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 17h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Alappuzha is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 7h 15m and will usually cost around ₹13,770 ($175).
Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Alappuzha
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 7h 15m | ₹13,770($175) | every 2 hours | 2,423km (1,506 miles) |
| Fly to Trivandrum (TRV), Train | 7h 50m | ₹15,520($195) | every 4 hours | 2,583km (1,605 miles) |
| Fly to Coimbatore (CJB), Train | 10h 50m | ₹15,600($195) | 4 times a day | 2,460km (1,528 miles) |
| Fly to Calicut (CCJ), Train | 11h 40m | ₹17,590($220) | every 4 hours | 3,417km (2,123 miles) |
Taxi and Train + 1 similar | 2 days 1h | ₹5,095($64) | twice a week | 2,972km (1,847 miles) |
| Taxi, Bus and Train | 2 days 10h | ₹8,195($105) | 3 times a week | 3,055km (1,898 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 17h | ₹23,080($290) | on demand | 2,849km (1,770 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Darjeeling and Alappuzha
Airlines
Spicejet
IndiGo Airlines
AirAsia India
GoAir
Air India Limited
Bus companies
Bhutan post
Kallada Tours and Travels
Train operators
Indian Railways
Airports near Alappuzha
The following major airports near Alappuzha offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Cochin International Airport (COK)
- Distance
- 73km (45 miles) from Alappuzha
Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
- Distance
- 127km (79 miles) from Alappuzha
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
- Distance
- 183km (114 miles) from Alappuzha