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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Vallarpadam is to bus which costs ₹380 - ₹600 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Vallarpadam is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Vallarpadam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Vallarpadam. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Ernakulam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Vallarpadam?

No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Vallarpadam. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Ernakulam Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Kollam to Vallarpadam?

The distance between Kollam and Vallarpadam is 148 km. The road distance is 144.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Vallarpadam without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs ₹450 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Kollam to Vallarpadam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Vallarpadam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Vallarpadam train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Vallarpadam?

The best way to get from Kollam to Vallarpadam is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs ₹450 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹380 - ₹600 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Kollam to Vallarpadam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kollam to Vallarpadam train arrive?

Kollam to Vallarpadam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ernakulam Jn station.

Can I drive from Kollam to Vallarpadam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Vallarpadam is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Kollam to Vallarpadam.

Where can I stay near Vallarpadam?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Vallarpadam.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Ernakulam Jntrain 12076 / ...
2h 26m
₹459–1,572
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Ernakulambus
3h 58m
₹387–601
Drive 144.6 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Vallarpadamcar 144.6 km
2h 22m
₹1,621–2,341
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Vallarpadamtaxi 144.6 km
2h 22m
₹3,000–3,600
Train via Ernakulam Town
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Ernakulam Towntrain 16127 / ...
3h 32m
₹440–1,561

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Distance: 148.4 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Ernakulam Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹150–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kollam to Ernakulam hourly. Tickets cost ₹100–260 and the journey takes 3h 48m.

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