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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Tirunelveli is to train which costs ₹180 - ₹1,400 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Tirunelveli is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Tirunelveli?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Tirunelveli. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Nellai via Kalikkavilai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Tirunelveli?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Tirunelveli. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Kollam to Tirunelveli?

The distance between Kollam and Tirunelveli is 208 km. The road distance is 161.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Tirunelveli without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400.

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

The train from Kollam Jn to Tirunelveli takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Tirunelveli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Tirunelveli train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Tirunelveli?

The best way to get from Kollam to Tirunelveli is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹600 - ₹2,200 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Kollam to Tirunelveli bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kollam to Tirunelveli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kollam to Tirunelveli?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Tirunelveli is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Kollam to Tirunelveli.

Where can I stay near Tirunelveli?

There are 48+ hotels available in Tirunelveli.

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

How to get fromKollam to Tirunelveli

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Tirunelvelitrain 20636 / ...
4h 10m
₹180–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Kaliyakkavilaibus
2. Take the bus from Kalikkavilai to Nellaibus
4h 55m
₹621–2,196
Drive 161.1 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Tirunelvelicar 161.1 km
2h 33m
₹1,819–2,628
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Tirunelvelitaxi 161.1 km
2h 33m
₹3,700–4,500

Kollam to Tirunelveli by train

32Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

₹180Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kollam to Tirunelveli.

Launch map view

Distance: 207.8 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Tirunelveli 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kollam to Nellai via Kalikkavilai in around 4h 55m.

Train operators