What is the cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Colachel?

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Colachel is to bus via Madiwala which costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,400 and takes 16h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Colachel?

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Colachel is to bus and fly and train which takes 7h 23m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Colachel?

No, there is no direct bus from Bengaluru to Colachel. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Bengaluru - Shanti Nagar and arriving at FlixBus Nagercoil - Thuckalay via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Colachel?

No, there is no direct train from Bengaluru to Colachel. However, there are services departing from Bangalore Cant and arriving at Eraniel via Kodaikanal Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 23m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Colachel?

The distance between Bengaluru and Colachel is 643 km. The road distance is 640.7 km.

How do I travel from Bengaluru to Colachel without a car?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Colachel without a car is to bus which takes 12h 37m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,800.

How long does it take to get from Bengaluru to Colachel?

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Bengaluru to Colachel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Colachel bus from?

Bengaluru to Colachel bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Bengaluru - Shanti Nagar station.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Colachel train from?

Bengaluru to Colachel train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Bangalore Cant station.

Train or bus from Bengaluru to Colachel?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Colachel is to bus which takes 12h 37m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can train via Nilakkottai, which costs ₹850 - ₹4,200 and takes 15h 23m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Colachel bus arrive?

Bengaluru to Colachel bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Nagercoil - Thuckalay station.

Where does the Bengaluru to Colachel train arrive?

Bengaluru to Colachel train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kodaikanal Road station.

Can I drive from Bengaluru to Colachel?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to Colachel is 641 km. It takes approximately 9h 43m to drive from Bengaluru to Colachel.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bengaluru to Colachel?

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Where can I stay near Colachel?

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Bengaluru to Colachel - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Bengaluru to Colachel by bus, plane, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Bus, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane BLR - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Eranieltrain
7h 23m
₹5,303–11,877
Train via Nilakkottai
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bangalore Cant to Kodaikanal Roadtrain 16236
2. Take the train from Kodaikanal Road to Eranieltrain 16127
15h 23m
₹867–4,191
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Bengaluru - Shanti Nagar to FlixBus Nagercoil - Thuckalaybus FlixBus IN4430
12h 37m
₹1,442–3,785
Drive 640.7 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to Colachelcar 640.7 km
9h 43m
₹7,251–10,474
Bus, fly to Tuticorin Airport
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane BLR - TCR
3. Take the bus from Tuticorin to Nagercoil Omni Bus Standbus
7h 27m
₹7,822–19,837
Bus, fly to Madurai, train
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Madurai (IXM)plane BLR - IXM
3. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Eranieltrain
10h 52m
₹5,687–12,392
Bus via Madiwala
1. Take the bus from Madiwala to Trivandrumbus
16h 10m
₹1,387–2,323
Train
1. Take the train from Baiyyapanahalli Yard to Nagercoil Jntrain 17235
16h 15m
₹1,081–3,643

Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

42Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

₹4,893Cheapest Price

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Distance: 642.7 km
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Bengaluru, India and Colachel, India?

FlixBus India operates a bus from FlixBus Bengaluru - Shanti Nagar to FlixBus Nagercoil - Thuckalay once daily. Tickets cost ₹950–3,200 and the journey takes 12h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bangalore Cant to Colachel via Kodaikanal Road and Eraniel in around 15h 23m.

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