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

The cheapest way to get from Colachel to Kumbakonam is to bus which costs ₹950 - ₹1,600 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colachel to Kumbakonam is to drive which takes 7h 4m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹7,500.

Is there a direct bus between Colachel and Kumbakonam?

No, there is no direct bus from Colachel to Kumbakonam. However, there are services departing from Nagercoil Omni Bus Stand and arriving at Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Colachel and Kumbakonam?

No, there is no direct train from Colachel to Kumbakonam. However, there are services departing from Nagercoil Jn and arriving at Kumbakonam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Colachel to Kumbakonam?

The distance between Colachel and Kumbakonam is 457 km. The road distance is 451.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colachel to Kumbakonam without a car is to bus via Madurai which takes 7h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Colachel to Kumbakonam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colachel to Kumbakonam bus from?

Colachel to Kumbakonam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Nagercoil Omni Bus Stand station.

Where do I catch the Colachel to Kumbakonam train from?

Colachel to Kumbakonam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Nagercoil Jn station.

Train or bus from Colachel to Kumbakonam?

The best way to get from Colachel to Kumbakonam is to bus via Madurai which takes 7h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,100 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Colachel to Kumbakonam bus arrive?

Colachel to Kumbakonam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Madurai station.

Where does the Colachel to Kumbakonam train arrive?

Colachel to Kumbakonam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kumbakonam station.

Can I drive from Colachel to Kumbakonam?

Yes, the driving distance between Colachel to Kumbakonam is 452 km. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Colachel to Kumbakonam.

Where can I stay near Kumbakonam?

There are 85+ hotels available in Kumbakonam.

Colachel to Kumbakonam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus via Madurai
best
1. Take the bus from Nagercoil Omni Bus Stand to Maduraibus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
7h 54m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marthandam to Kumbakonambus
11h 15m
₹950–1,585
Train
1. Take the train from Nagercoil Jn to Kumbakonamtrain 16367 / ...
8h 26m
₹1,009–3,061
Drive 451.8 km
1. Drive from Colachel to Kumbakonamcar 451.8 km
7h 4m
₹5,079–7,336
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colachel to Kumbakonamtaxi 451.8 km
7h 4m
₹10,000–12,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Eraniel to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TRV - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Kumbakonamtrain
12h 16m
₹12,441–19,662

Trivandrum (TRV) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ) flights

31Weekly Planes

6h 27mAverage Duration

₹6,095Cheapest Price

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Distance: 456.6 km
Duration: 7h 54m

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

You can take a vehicle from Colachel to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu via Nagercoil Omni Bus Stand, Madurai, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 7h 54m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Nagercoil Jn to Kumbakonam once daily. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 8h 3m.

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