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Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha

Updated: March 14, 2024 12:20 AM
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Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official languages of Tamil Nadu, where Chennai International Airport is located, are Tamil and English. Malayalam is the official language of Kerala, where Alappuzha is located.

Currency

The official currency of India is the Indian Rupee (INR).

Distance

The distance between Chennai International Airport (MAA) and Alappuzha is approximately 650 kilometers (404 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Alappuzha from Chennai International Airport (MAA):

  • By train: There are several trains that run from Chennai to Alappuzha. The journey takes approximately 12 hours.
  • By bus: There are several buses that run from Chennai to Alappuzha. The journey takes approximately 14 hours.
  • By car: It takes approximately 10 hours to drive from Chennai to Alappuzha.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, here are some approximate costs:

  • Train: The cost of a train ticket from Chennai to Alappuzha ranges from INR 200 to INR 1,000.
  • Bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Chennai to Alappuzha ranges from INR 300 to INR 1,200.
  • Car: The cost of renting a car from Chennai to Alappuzha ranges from INR 1,500 to INR 3,000 per day.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Alappuzha is during the winter months (October to March), when the weather is pleasant and dry.

What to Eat

Alappuzha is known for its seafood, so be sure to try some of the local dishes, such as:

  • Karimeen Pollichathu: A fish dish made with seer fish marinated in spices and grilled in banana leaves.
  • Appam: A type of pancake made from fermented rice batter and coconut milk.
  • Puttu: A cylindrical dish made from steamed rice flour and coconut.

Where to Go

Here are some of the top places to visit in Alappuzha:

  • Alappuzha Beach: A beautiful beach with white sand and clear water.
  • Kuttanad Backwaters: A network of canals and waterways that is home to a variety of birds and animals.
  • Krishnapuram Palace: A former royal palace that is now a museum.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha:

  • What is the best way to get from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha? The best way to get from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha is by train.
  • How long does it take to get from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha? It takes approximately 12 hours to get from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha by train.
  • How much does it cost to get from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha? The cost of getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Alappuzha ranges from INR 200 to INR 1,000.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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