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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Mankara is to bus and train which costs ₹330 - ₹1,800 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Mankara is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Mankara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Mankara. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Alathur via Ambalapuzha and Alapuzzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Mankara?

No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Mankara. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Mankarai via Thrisur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Kollam to Mankara?

The distance between Kollam and Mankara is 275 km. The road distance is 260.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Mankara without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Kollam to Mankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Mankara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Mankara train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Mankara?

The best way to get from Kollam to Mankara is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹300 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹800 - ₹3,000 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Kollam to Mankara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kollam to Mankara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kollam to Mankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Mankara is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Kollam to Mankara.

Where can I stay near Mankara?

There are 123+ hotels available in Mankara.

Kollam to Mankara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kollam to Mankara by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thrisurtrain 20632 / ...
2. Take the train from Thrisur to Mankaraitrain 06798
4h 59m
₹306–2,416
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Ambalapuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Alapuzzha to Alathurbus
6h 51m
₹822–2,947
Drive 260.1 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Mankaracar 260.1 km
3h 57m
₹2,926–4,226
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Mankarataxi 260.1 km
3h 57m
₹5,500–7,000
Train via Aluva
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Aluvatrain 12076 / ...
2. Take the train from Aluva to Mankaraitrain 06798
6h 12m
₹306–2,468
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Aluvabus
2. Take the train from Aluva to Mankaraitrain 06798
8h 17m
₹331–1,729

Kollam to Mankara by train

6Weekly Trains

4h 59mAverage Duration

₹306Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.8 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Kollam, India and Mankara, Kerala, India?

You can take a train from Kollam Jn to Mankarai via Thrisur in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kollam to Mankara via Ambalapuzha, Alapuzzha, and Alathur in around 6h 51m.

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