Chennai to Kattappana
The distance from Chennai to Kattappana is about 631 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated).
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Overview
The distance from Chennai to Kattappana is about 631 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Chennai to Kattappana
631 km · ~13h 17m · About 13h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Chennai
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
166 km · 3h 19m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 316Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 466Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
166 km · 3h 19m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KattappanaKattappana, Kerala
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Chennai to Kattappana
631 km · ~14h 1m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chennai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chennai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chennai → Kattappana
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~631 km
~14h 1m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,820
- Arrive in Kattappana
Kattappana, Kerala
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Chennai to Kattappana
Nearest railway stations: Chennai Central for Chennai, Ettumanur (about 63 km away) for Kattappana.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Chennai to Kattappana. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Mahabalipuram55 km from Chennai
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- Kanchipuram80 km from Chennai
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- Karur435 km from Chennai
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- Dindigul510 km from Chennai
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- Palani545 km from Chennai
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- Kodaikanal570 km from Chennai
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Hotels in Kattappana
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Budget Estimate
road
631 km
12.5 hours
Approximately 631 km by road from Chennai to Kattappana, roughly 12.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
631 km
The nearest railway station to Kattappana is Bodinayakkanur railway station, about 39 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 631 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Cochin International Airport (COK), about 90 km away.
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