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

The cheapest way to get from Mankara to Kollam is to bus via Kuzhalmannam which costs ₹700 - ₹2,500 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mankara to Kollam is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Mankara and Kollam?

No, there is no direct bus from Mankara to Kollam. However, there are services departing from Palakkad and arriving at Kollam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Mankara and Kollam?

No, there is no direct train from Mankara to Kollam. However, there are services departing from Palakkad and arriving at Kollam Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Mankara to Kollam?

The distance between Mankara and Kollam is 302 km. The road distance is 260.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mankara to Kollam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Mankara to Kollam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mankara to Kollam bus from?

Mankara to Kollam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Palakkad station.

Where do I catch the Mankara to Kollam train from?

Mankara to Kollam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Palakkad station.

Train or bus from Mankara to Kollam?

The best way to get from Mankara to Kollam is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Mankara to Kollam bus arrive?

Mankara to Kollam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Kollam station.

Where does the Mankara to Kollam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mankara to Kollam?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankara to Kollam is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Mankara to Kollam.

Where can I stay near Kollam?

There are 748+ hotels available in Kollam.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Mankara to Kollam by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palakkad to Kollambus
5h 35m
₹1,233–2,771
Train via Thrissur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Thrisurtrain 16792 / ...
2. Take the train from Thrisur to Kollam Jntrain 16301 / ...
6h 21m
₹663–2,868
Train
1. Take the train from Palakkad to Kollam Jntrain 12695 / ...
5h 41m
₹672–2,246
Drive 260.4 km
1. Drive from Mankara to Kollamcar 260.4 km
3h 59m
₹2,919–4,216
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mankara to Kollamtaxi 260.4 km
3h 59m
₹5,500–7,000
Bus via Kuzhalmannam
1. Take the bus from Kuzhalmannam to Kollambus
6h 21m
₹728–2,471

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Distance: 301.7 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Mankara, Kerala, India and Kollam, India?

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Palakkad to Kollam twice daily. Tickets cost ₹750–2,200 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Palakkad to Kollam Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 17m.

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