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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kollam is to train which costs ₹200 - ₹1,600 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kollam is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kollam?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kollam station. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kollam Opp Railwy Station via Rajapalayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kollam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Kollam Jn. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kollam?

The distance between Madurai and Kollam is 267 km. The road distance is 262.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kollam without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,600.

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

The train from Madurai Jn to Kollam Jn takes 7h 5m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kollam bus from?

Madurai to Kollam bus services, operated by National Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kollam train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kollam?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kollam is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus via Rajapalayam, which costs and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Madurai to Kollam bus arrive?

Madurai to Kollam bus services, operated by National Travels, arrive at Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Kollam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Kollam?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kollam is 262 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Madurai to Kollam.

Where can I stay near Kollam?

There are 719+ hotels available in Kollam.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Kollam Jntrain 16101 / ...
7h 5m
₹200–1,600
Bus via Rajapalayam
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Kollam Opp Railwy Stationbus
7h 19m
Drive 262.1 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kollamcar 262.1 km
4h 12m
₹2,948–4,258
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kollamtaxi 262.1 km
4h 12m
₹4,300–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Kesavadasapuram to Kollambus
7h 19m

Madurai to Kollam by train

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Distance: 267 km
Duration: 7h 5m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Kollam Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kollam Opp Railwy Station via Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu and Rajapalayam in around 7h 19m.

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