The Alakode to Chalakudi bus route covers approximately 282 kms and takes about 7 hrs 28 mins. A total of 17 direct buses operated by 6 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 06:20, and the last bus leaves at 20:50.
Major boarding points in Alakode include Alakode, while common drop locations in Chalakudi are Chalakudy.
RTC and private operators such as KSRTC (Kerala) offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 366 - INR 1300.00 depending on the bus type and features.



