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

The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Velankanni is to train which costs ₹300 - ₹2,300 and takes 13h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollam to Velankanni is to drive which takes 8h 10m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kollam and Velankanni?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Velankanni. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Velankanni, Tamil Nadu via Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu and Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kollam and Velankanni?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Vellankanni. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13h 5m.

How far is it from Kollam to Velankanni?

The distance between Kollam and Velankanni is 496 km. The road distance is 483.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollam to Velankanni without a car is to bus via Madurai which takes 11h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 43m to get from Kollam to Velankanni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollam to Velankanni bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kollam to Velankanni train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollam to Velankanni?

The best way to get from Kollam to Velankanni is to bus via Madurai which takes 11h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹300 - ₹2,300 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Kollam to Velankanni bus arrive?

Kollam to Velankanni bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Srivilliputhur station.

Where does the Kollam to Velankanni train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kollam to Velankanni?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Velankanni is 483 km. It takes approximately 8h 10m to drive from Kollam to Velankanni.

Where can I stay near Velankanni?

There are 45+ hotels available in Velankanni.

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

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Bus via Madurai
best
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Srivilliputhurbus
2. Take the bus from Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus
11h 43m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Vellankannitrain 16361 / ...
13h 5m
₹300–2,300
Drive 483.2 km
1. Drive from Kollam to Velankannicar 483.2 km
8h 10m
₹5,469–7,900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollam to Velankannitaxi 483.2 km
8h 10m
₹8,000–9,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TRV - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Vellankannitrain
12h 44m
₹12,080–21,298
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kollam to Kesavadasapurambus
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
14h 26m

Kollam to Velankanni by train

2Weekly Trains

13h 5mAverage Duration

₹300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 496.3 km
Duration: 11h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Kollam to Velankanni, Tamil Nadu via Srivilliputhur, Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 11h 43m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Vellankanni twice a week. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 13h 5m.

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