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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Chidambaram is to train via Tiruchirappalli which costs ₹420 - ₹3,300 and takes 13h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Chidambaram is to taxi and fly and train which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Chidambaram via Mattuthavani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.

How far is it from Kollam to Chidambaram?

The distance between Kollam and Chidambaram is 541 km. The road distance is 520.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Chidambaram without a car is to bus which takes 12h 17m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,100.

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

It takes approximately 12h 17m to get from Kollam to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Chidambaram bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Chidambaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Kollam to Chidambaram is to bus which takes 12h 17m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can train via Tiruchirappalli, which costs ₹420 - ₹3,300 and takes 13h 7m.

Where does the Kollam to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Kollam to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Madurai station.

Where does the Kollam to Chidambaram train arrive?

Kollam to Chidambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tiruchchirapali station.

Can I drive from Kollam to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Chidambaram is 521 km. It takes approximately 8h 30m to drive from Kollam to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 66+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

Kollam to Chidambaram - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Kollam to Chidambaram by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Maduraibus
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambarambus
12h 17m
₹716–2,079
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvarur Jntrain 16361 / ...
2. Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Chidambaramtrain 11018 / ...
13h 14m
₹422–3,301
Train via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16102 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
13h 7m
₹423–3,285
Drive 520.7 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Chidambaramcar 520.7 km
8h 30m
₹5,819–8,405
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Chidambaramtaxi 520.7 km
8h 30m
₹8,500–11,000
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
8h 20m
₹8,878–16,102
Bus via Erode
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Erodebus
2. Take the bus from Erode GH to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
14h 14m
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Pondicherry, bus
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane TRV - PNY
3. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
10h 20m
₹14,060–34,188
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
9h 23m
₹7,710–18,848
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Tuti Melurtrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
3. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
13h 49m
₹8,072–19,562

Kollam to Chidambaram by train

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13h 7mAverage Duration

₹423Cheapest Price

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Distance: 541.4 km
Duration: 12h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Kollam to Chidambaram via Mattuthavani in around 12h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kollam Jn to Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali in around 13h 7m.

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