What is the cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari?

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari is to bus which costs ₹300 - ₹420 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari?

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Kanyakumari?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kottayam and arriving at Kanyakumari. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Kanyakumari?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kottayam and arriving at Kanyakumari. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Kanyakumari?

The distance between Kottayam and Kanyakumari is 258 km. The road distance is 238.6 km.

How do I travel from Kottayam to Kanyakumari without a car?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari without a car is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs ₹300 - ₹420.

How long does it take to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari?

The bus from Kottayam to Kanyakumari takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Kanyakumari bus from?

Kottayam to Kanyakumari bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kottayam station.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Kanyakumari train from?

Kottayam to Kanyakumari train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kottayam station.

Train or bus from Kottayam to Kanyakumari?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs ₹300 - ₹420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Kottayam to Kanyakumari bus arrive?

Kottayam to Kanyakumari bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Kanyakumari station.

Where does the Kottayam to Kanyakumari train arrive?

Kottayam to Kanyakumari train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kanyakumari station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Kanyakumari?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Kanyakumari is 239 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Kottayam to Kanyakumari.

Where can I stay near Kanyakumari?

There are 133+ hotels available in Kanyakumari.

Kottayam to Kanyakumari - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kottayam to Kanyakumari by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Kanyakumaribus
6h 10m
₹300–420
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Kanyakumaritrain 16526 / ...
6h 27m
₹190–1,500
Drive 238.6 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Kanyakumaricar 238.6 km
3h 30m
₹2,691–3,886
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Kanyakumaritaxi 238.6 km
3h 30m
₹5,000–6,500
Bus via Thiruvananthapuram
1. Take the bus from Kottayam, Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Kottayam, Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu
6h 50m

Kottayam to Kanyakumari by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 10mAverage Duration

₹300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Kottayam, India and Kanyakumari, India?

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kottayam to Kanyakumari once daily. Tickets cost ₹300–420 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Kanyakumari 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 6h 27m.

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