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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Kalakkad is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹2,000 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Kalakkad is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,800.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Kalakkad?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Kalakkad. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Valliyur via Kazhakootam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Kalakkad?

No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Kalakkad. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Nanguneri via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Kollam to Kalakkad?

The distance between Kollam and Kalakkad is 195 km. The road distance is 171.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Kalakkad without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹3,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Kollam to Kalakkad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Kalakkad bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Kalakkad train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Kalakkad?

The best way to get from Kollam to Kalakkad is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹2,000 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Kollam to Kalakkad bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kollam to Kalakkad train arrive?

Kollam to Kalakkad train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Nanguneri station.

Can I drive from Kollam to Kalakkad?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Kalakkad is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Kollam to Kalakkad.

Where can I stay near Kalakkad?

There are 18+ hotels available in Kalakkad.

Kollam to Kalakkad - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kollam to Kalakkad by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Kazhakkoottambus
2. Take the bus from Kazhakootam to Valliyurbus
4h 24m
₹1,966–3,789
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Nanguneritrain 16128 / ...
5h 20m
₹673–1,915
Drive 171.3 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Kalakkadcar 171.3 km
2h 42m
₹1,927–2,783
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Kalakkadtaxi 171.3 km
2h 42m
₹3,900–4,800

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Distance: 195.1 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Kollam to Kalakkad via Kazhakkoottam, Kazhakootam, and Valliyur in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Nanguneri twice daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 5h 8m.

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