What is the cheapest way to get from Kovalam to Vaikom?

The cheapest way to get from Kovalam to Vaikom is to bus which costs ₹550 - ₹1,100 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kovalam to Vaikom?

The fastest way to get from Kovalam to Vaikom is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kovalam and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct bus from Kovalam to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal and arriving at Vaikom via Kottayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Kovalam and Vaikom?

No, there is no direct train from Kovalam to Vaikom. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Cherthala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Kovalam to Vaikom?

The distance between Kovalam and Vaikom is 206 km. The road distance is 186.9 km.

How do I travel from Kovalam to Vaikom without a car?

The best way to get from Kovalam to Vaikom without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,500.

How long does it take to get from Kovalam to Vaikom?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Kovalam to Vaikom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kovalam to Vaikom bus from?

Kovalam to Vaikom bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kovalam to Vaikom train from?

Kovalam to Vaikom train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Kovalam to Vaikom?

The best way to get from Kovalam to Vaikom is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹1,100 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Kovalam to Vaikom bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kovalam to Vaikom train arrive?

Kovalam to Vaikom train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Cherthala station.

Can I drive from Kovalam to Vaikom?

Yes, the driving distance between Kovalam to Vaikom is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Kovalam to Vaikom.

Where can I stay near Vaikom?

There are 417+ hotels available in Vaikom.

Kovalam to Vaikom - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kovalam to Vaikom by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Cherthalatrain 12076 / ...
3h 16m
₹1,083–2,479
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal to Kottayambus
2. Take the bus from Kottayam to Vaikombus
6h 2m
₹587–1,098
Drive 186.9 km
1. Drive from Kovalam to Vaikomcar 186.9 km
2h 52m
₹2,097–3,028
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kovalam to Vaikomtaxi 186.9 km
2h 52m
₹3,800–4,600

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Distance: 205.5 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Kovalam, Kerala, India and Vaikom, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Cherthala every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kovalam to Vaikom via Trivandrum KSRTC Terminal and Kottayam in around 6h 2m.

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