What is the cheapest way to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam?

The cheapest way to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam is to bus which costs ₹280 - ₹750 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam?

The fastest way to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Kanyakumari and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kanyakumari to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Kanyakumari and arriving at Kottayam via Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kanyakumari and Kottayam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanyakumari and arriving at Kottayam. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Kanyakumari to Kottayam?

The distance between Kanyakumari and Kottayam is 246 km. The road distance is 234 km.

How do I travel from Kanyakumari to Kottayam without a car?

The best way to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500.

How long does it take to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam?

The train from Kanyakumari to Kottayam takes 5h 7m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kanyakumari to Kottayam bus from?

Kanyakumari to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kanyakumari station.

Where do I catch the Kanyakumari to Kottayam train from?

Kanyakumari to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanyakumari station.

Train or bus from Kanyakumari to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs ₹190 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹280 - ₹750 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Kanyakumari to Kottayam bus arrive?

Kanyakumari to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Trivandrum station.

Where does the Kanyakumari to Kottayam train arrive?

Kanyakumari to Kottayam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kottayam station.

Can I drive from Kanyakumari to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanyakumari to Kottayam is 234 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Kanyakumari to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 798+ hotels available in Kottayam.

Kanyakumari to Kottayam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kanyakumari to Kottayam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanyakumari to Kottayamtrain 16382 / ...
5h 7m
₹190–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanyakumari to Trivandrumbus
2. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottayambus
6h 42m
₹283–727
Drive 234 km
1. Drive from Kanyakumari to Kottayamcar 234 km
3h 33m
₹2,638–3,811
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kanyakumari to Kottayamtaxi 234 km
3h 33m
₹5,000–6,500

Kanyakumari to Kottayam by train

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Distance: 246 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Kanyakumari, India and Kottayam, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanyakumari to Kottayam 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kanyakumari to Kottayam via Trivandrum and Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal in around 6h 42m.

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