Town in Kerala, India
Getting around Alleppey
How to get around Alleppey
The town is compact. Use autos for short trips, public ferries for cheap backwater rides and trains or buses for Kochi and Trivandrum.
Ways to get around Alleppey
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Public water ferry (SWTD) | About ₹10–30 | Alleppey–Kottayam and Kuttanad routes; the cheapest backwater ride |
| Auto-rickshaw | About ₹100–250 | Agree fares first; meters rarely used |
| Houseboat (private) | About ₹6,000–15,000 per boat overnight | Prices vary by season and size; book through trusted operators |
Taxis in Alleppey
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No reliable ride apps. Autos charge standard local rates; ask your hotel to call a driver for airports and Kumarakom.
Arriving in Alleppey
Cochin International (COK)
About 85 km: taxi ₹2,500–3,500, 2–2.5 h. Train from Ernakulam to Alappuzha ₹30–60, 1–1.5 h.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented for about ₹400–600 a day; easy for the beach and nearby villages, with licence checks.
- Driving: on the left. IDP plus home licence required; scooters are rented in Goa and the Himalaya; most visitors hire a car with driver.
- Onward travel in India: Trains link most cities: book up to 60 days ahead on IRCTC or use the foreign tourist quota at big stations. Cheap domestic flights and sleeper buses fill gaps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Alleppey?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No reliable ride apps. Autos charge standard local rates; ask your hotel to call a driver for airports and Kumarakom.
What's the best way to get around Alleppey?
The town is compact. Use autos for short trips, public ferries for cheap backwater rides and trains or buses for Kochi and Trivandrum.
How do I get from the airport to Alleppey?
About 85 km: taxi ₹2,500–3,500, 2–2.5 h. Train from Ernakulam to Alappuzha ₹30–60, 1–1.5 h.
Is Alleppey walkable?
Walkable center.
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