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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Tirumala is to train which costs ₹460 - ₹3,400 and takes 16h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Tirumala is to train and fly which takes 8h 17m and costs ₹17,000 - ₹28,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Tirupathi via Madurai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Renigunta Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 49m.

How far is it from Kollam to Tirumala?

The distance between Kollam and Tirumala is 746 km. The road distance is 767.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Tirumala without a car is to bus which takes 15h 43m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Kollam to Tirumala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Tirumala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Tirumala train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Tirumala?

The best way to get from Kollam to Tirumala is to bus which takes 15h 43m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹460 - ₹3,400 and takes 16h 49m.

Where does the Kollam to Tirumala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kollam to Tirumala train arrive?

Kollam to Tirumala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Renigunta Jn station.

Can I drive from Kollam to Tirumala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Tirumala is 768 km. It takes approximately 11h 10m to drive from Kollam to Tirumala.

Where can I stay near Tirumala?

There are 373+ hotels available in Tirumala.

Kollam to Tirumala - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Kollam to Tirumala by train, plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, fly to Tirupati Airport
best
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane TRV - TIR
8h 17m
₹17,230–27,498
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Renigunta Jntrain 22503 / ...
16h 49m
₹466–3,323
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Maduraibus
2. Take the bus from Madurai to Tirupathibus
15h 43m
₹1,236–2,989
Drive 767.8 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Tirumalacar 767.8 km
11h 10m
₹8,575–12,387
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Tirumalataxi 767.8 km
11h 10m
₹12,000–15,000
Train, fly to Kempegowda International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane TRV - BLR
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Kempegowda Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
10h 56m
₹7,140–17,268
Train, fly to Chennai International Airport
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 Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
10h 19m
₹7,660–17,943
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Tirupatibus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper
20h 28m
₹1,198–8,569

Kollam to Tirumala by train and bus

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16h 49mAverage Duration

₹466Cheapest Price

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Distance: 745.7 km
Duration: 8h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Kollam to Tirumala via Madurai and Tirupathi in around 15h 43m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Renigunta Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹410–3,200 and the journey takes 15h 25m.

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