Chennai to Ottapalam
The distance from Chennai to Ottapalam is about 619 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated). Ottapalam is a railway junction. Buses are available from Coimbatore, Palakkad and
Tentative Fare Estimate
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 Ottapalam is about 619 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated). Ottapalam is a railway junction. Buses are available from Coimbatore, Palakkad and Thrissur.
Route Map
By Car: Chennai to Ottapalam
619 km · ~13h 3m · About 12h 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.
160 km · 3h 11m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 310Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 460Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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 Ottapalam
619 km · ~13h 45m · 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 → Ottapalam
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~619 km
~13h 45m|Tentative fare ₹680–₹1,780
- Arrive in Ottapalam
Ottapalam, 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 Ottapalam
Nearest railway stations: Chennai Central for Chennai, Ottappalam for Ottapalam.
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.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 619 km by road from Chennai to Ottapalam, roughly 12.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Ottapalam is Ottapalam railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Ottapalam railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Ottapalam railway station — about 0 km
- Palappuram railway station — about 3 km
Budget Estimate
road
619 km
12.5 hours
Approximately 619 km by road from Chennai to Ottapalam, roughly 12.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
619 km
The nearest railway station to Ottapalam is Ottapalam railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 619 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 62 km away.
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