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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Chennai is to train which costs ₹420 - ₹3,200 and takes 14h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Chennai is to train and fly which takes 5h 30m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Payaigada via Arumbakkam Thiruveethi Amman Koil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Perambur. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 53m.

How far is it from Kollam to Chennai?

The distance between Kollam and Chennai is 700 km. The road distance is 708 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Chennai without a car is to bus which takes 14h 34m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Kollam to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Chennai bus from?

Kollam to Chennai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Kollam station.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Chennai?

The best way to get from Kollam to Chennai is to bus which takes 14h 34m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹420 - ₹3,200 and takes 14h 53m.

Where does the Kollam to Chennai bus arrive?

Kollam to Chennai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Koyembedu Omni Bus stand station.

Where does the Kollam to Chennai train arrive?

Kollam to Chennai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Kollam to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Chennai is 708 km. It takes approximately 11h 5m to drive from Kollam to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1060+ hotels available in Chennai.

Kollam to Chennai - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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Train to Trivandrum, fly
best
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
5h 30m
₹7,040–13,898
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Peramburtrain 12624 / ...
14h 53m
₹420–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Koyembedu Omni Bus standbus
14h 34m
₹997–3,011
Drive 708 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Chennaicar 708 km
11h 5m
₹7,960–11,497
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
6h
₹9,990–14,576
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
7h 16m
₹5,336–10,228
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Podanur Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
9h 25m
₹5,772–10,708
Train, train to Tuticorin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Nagercoil Jntrain
2. Take the train from Nagercoil Jn to Maniyachchi Jntrain
3. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
9h 40m
₹8,306–20,394
Bus via Palani
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Palanibus
2. Take the bus from Palani, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Palani, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
18h 39m

Kollam to Chennai by train

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14h 53mAverage Duration

₹420Cheapest Price

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Distance: 700.3 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Kollam, India and Chennai, India?

Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Kollam to Koyembedu Omni Bus stand once daily. Tickets cost ₹950–3,000 and the journey takes 13h 40m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Perambur once daily. Tickets cost ₹420–3,200 and the journey takes 14h 53m.

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