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By Rail – The Most Convenient Option

By Rail – The Most Convenient Option

Kottayam lies on the Chennai–Mangalore–Trivandrum railway route. The main line passes through the district, and trains are frequent, affordable, and scenic.

 Main Railway Stations in Kottayam District:

Station Name

Code

Description

Kottayam

KTYM

Main railway station near the town center; serves all major trains

Changanassery

CGY

South of Kottayam; ideal for travelers heading to southern parts or Alappuzha border

Ettumanoor

ETM

Close to Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple

Vaikom Road

VARD

Gateway for Vaikom Mahadeva Temple and surrounding areas

 Popular Trains Stopping at Kottayam:

  • Kerala Express (Trivandrum–New Delhi)
  • Chennai Mail (Trivandrum–Chennai)
  • Venad Express (Shoranur–Trivandrum)
  • Ernakulam–Kottayam Passenger Trains
  • Intercity and superfast express trains from Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Goa

✅ Tips:

  • Kottayam Railway Station has cloakroom, taxis, autos, prepaid counters, and restaurants.
  • Trains get full during Onam, Easter, Christmas, and April–May vacation, so book early via IRCTC.