How to travel from Kolkata to Alappuzha, India

The distance between Kolkata and Alappuzha is around 1,996km (1,240 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 50m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Kolkata to Alappuzha by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Kochi (COK) then take the train to Alappuzha.

  • Duration5h 50m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,870($125)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Alappuzha.

  • Duration1 day 16h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,195($15)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Vijayawada Jn then take the bus to Coimbatore Omni Bus Stand and then to Alapuzzha.

  • Duration1 day 14h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,140($52)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Alappuzha.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Distance2,297km (1,427 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Alappuzha

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Alappuzha by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,195 ($15) and will take around 1 day 16h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 5h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,870 ($125).

The distance between Kolkata and Alappuzha is around 1,996km (1,240 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,930km (1,199 miles)

It takes around 5h 50m to get from Kolkata and Alappuzha by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Alappuzha is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 50m and will set you back approx ₹9,870 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Alappuzha, 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 Kolkata and Alappuzha. It typically takes around 1 day 16h and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kolkata and Alappuzha with no changeovers required. The train runs twice a week and takes 1 day 16h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Alappuzha. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 1 day 16h, 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 Kolkata and Alappuzha. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Kochi (COK) then take the train to Alappuzha. instead which will take 5h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kolkata to Alappuzha. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Kochi (COK) then take the train to Alappuzha. instead which will take 5h 50m.

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 Kolkata and Alappuzha. The distance is around 2,297km (1,427 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Alappuzha is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 5h 50m and will usually cost around ₹9,870 ($125).

How do I get from Kolkata to Alappuzha

Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Alappuzha

Transport options from Kolkata to Alappuzha
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 4 similar
5h 50m
₹9,870($125)
every 2 hours1,996km (1,240 miles)
Fly to Trivandrum (TRV), Train6h 55m
₹10,030($125)
every 4 hours2,168km (1,347 miles)
Fly to Coimbatore (CJB), Train8h 55m
₹10,105($125)
4 times a day2,060km (1,280 miles)
Fly to Calicut (CCJ), Train9h 50m
₹9,710($120)
every 4 hours2,183km (1,356 miles)
Fly to Tuticorin (TCR), Train12h 15m
₹16,315($205)
once daily2,284km (1,419 miles)
Train
1 day 16h
₹1,195($15)
twice a week2,408km (1,496 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 14h
₹4,140($52)
once daily2,404km (1,494 miles)
Drive
1 day 8h
₹18,625($235)
on demand2,297km (1,427 miles)

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Airports near Alappuzha

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

COK
Cochin International Airport (COK)
International Airport
Distance
73km (45 miles) from Alappuzha
TRV
Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
International Airport
Distance
127km (79 miles) from Alappuzha
CJB
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
International Airport
Distance
183km (114 miles) from Alappuzha