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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Kanyakumari is to bus which costs ₹180 - ₹270 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Kanyakumari is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Kanyakumari?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kollam and arriving at Kanyakumari. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Kanyakumari?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Kanyakumari. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Kollam to Kanyakumari?

The distance between Kollam and Kanyakumari is 156 km. The road distance is 152.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Kanyakumari without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹180 - ₹270.

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

The bus from Kollam to Kanyakumari takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Kanyakumari bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Kanyakumari train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Kanyakumari?

The best way to get from Kollam to Kanyakumari is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹180 - ₹270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹160 - ₹1,300 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Kollam to Kanyakumari bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kollam to Kanyakumari train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kollam to Kanyakumari?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Kanyakumari is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Kollam to Kanyakumari.

Where can I stay near Kanyakumari?

There are 133+ hotels available in Kanyakumari.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Kanyakumaribus
3h 20m
₹180–270
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Kanyakumaritrain 16381 / ...
4h 35m
₹160–1,300
Drive 152.5 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Kanyakumaricar 152.5 km
2h 29m
₹1,718–2,481
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Kanyakumaritaxi 152.5 km
2h 29m
₹3,500–4,300
Bus via Thiruvananthapuram
1. Take the bus from Kollam, Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Kollam, Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu
5h 30m

Kollam to Kanyakumari by bus

7Weekly Buses

3h 20mAverage Duration

₹180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.7 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kollam to Kanyakumari once daily. Tickets cost ₹180–270 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Kanyakumari 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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