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How to get fromKollam to Palakkadby train, bus, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Palakkadtrain train 16316 / ...
    5h 44m
    ₹210–1,700

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Kollam to Palakkadbus bus
    6h 42m
    ₹340–2,200

  3. Drive  265 km

    1. Drive from Kollam to Palakkadcar car 265 km
    3h 59m
    ₹2,570–3,712

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Palakkadtaxi taxi 265 km
    3h 59m
    ₹5,500–7,000

  5. Bus via Kochi

    1. Take the bus from Kollam to Ernakulambus bus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
    2. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Palakkadbus bus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
    6h 59m

Kollam to Palakkad by train

Calendar83Weekly Trains
Duration5h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket₹210Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 293.8 km
  • Duration: 5h 44m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Palakkad every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 44m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kollam to Palakkad every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹340–2,100 and the journey takes 6h 42m. Kallada Tours and Travels also services this route once daily.

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