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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Chettinad is to train which costs ₹340 - ₹2,700 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Chettinad is to drive which takes 5h 47m and costs ₹3,700 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Chettinad?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Chettinad. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Kovilpatti via Kalikkavilai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Chettinad?

No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Chettinad. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Chettinad via Karaikkudi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Kollam to Chettinad?

The distance between Kollam and Chettinad is 472 km. The road distance is 335.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Chettinad without a car is to bus which takes 8h 40m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Kollam to Chettinad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Chettinad bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Chettinad train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Chettinad?

The best way to get from Kollam to Chettinad is to bus which takes 8h 40m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹340 - ₹2,700 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Kollam to Chettinad bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kollam to Chettinad train arrive?

Kollam to Chettinad train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Karaikkudi Jn station.

Can I drive from Kollam to Chettinad?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Chettinad is 336 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Kollam to Chettinad.

Where can I stay near Chettinad?

There are 41+ hotels available in Chettinad.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Kaliyakkavilaibus
2. Take the bus from Kalikkavilai to Kovilpattibus
8h 40m
₹1,721–3,396
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Karaikkudi Jntrain 16361
9h 25m
₹347–2,691
Drive 335.8 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Chettinadcar 335.8 km
5h 47m
₹3,778–5,456
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Chettinadtaxi 335.8 km
5h 47m
₹6,000–8,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TRV - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chettinadtrain
10h 52m
₹12,060–19,198

Kollam to Chettinad by train

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9h 25mAverage Duration

₹347Cheapest Price

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Distance: 472.2 km
Duration: 8h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Kollam to Chettinad via Kalikkavilai and Kovilpatti in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Karaikkudi Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 8h 10m.

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