What is the cheapest way to get from Kollam to Anaimalai?

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Anaimalai is to bus which costs ₹750 - ₹1,400 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kollam to Anaimalai?

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Anaimalai is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,800.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Anaimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Anaimalai. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Pollachi via Ambalapuzha and Alapuzzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Anaimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Anaimalai. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Anaimalai Road via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Kollam to Anaimalai?

The distance between Kollam and Anaimalai is 361 km. The road distance is 292.1 km.

How do I travel from Kollam to Anaimalai without a car?

The best way to get from Kollam to Anaimalai without a car is to train via Palakkad which takes 7h 43m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,000.

How long does it take to get from Kollam to Anaimalai?

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Kollam to Anaimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Anaimalai bus from?

Kollam to Anaimalai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kollam station.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Anaimalai train from?

Kollam to Anaimalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kollam Jn station.

Train or bus from Kollam to Anaimalai?

The best way to get from Kollam to Anaimalai is to train via Palakkad which takes 7h 43m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹750 - ₹1,400 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Kollam to Anaimalai bus arrive?

Kollam to Anaimalai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Ambalapuzha station.

Where does the Kollam to Anaimalai train arrive?

Kollam to Anaimalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Palakkad station.

Can I drive from Kollam to Anaimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Anaimalai is 292 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Kollam to Anaimalai.

Where can I stay near Anaimalai?

There are 50+ hotels available in Anaimalai.

Kollam to Anaimalai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kollam to Anaimalai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Palakkad
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1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Palakkadtrain 12625 / ...
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Anaimalai Roadtrain 16731
7h 43m
₹539–2,913
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Ambalapuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Alapuzzha to Pollachibus
8h 14m
₹772–1,367
Drive 292.1 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Anaimalaicar 292.1 km
4h 19m
₹3,286–4,746
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Anaimalaitaxi 292.1 km
4h 19m
₹6,500–8,000
Train
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Pollachi Jntrain 16343
8h 17m
₹621–2,284

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Distance: 361.1 km
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Kollam, India and Anaimalai, Tamil Nādu, India?

You can take a train from Kollam Jn to Anaimalai via Palakkad and Anaimalai Road in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kollam to Anaimalai via Ambalapuzha, Alapuzzha, and Pollachi in around 8h 14m.

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