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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Kollam is to bus which costs ₹750 - ₹2,000 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Kollam is to train and fly which takes 8h 21m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Kollam?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Kollam. However, there are services departing from Jipmer and arriving at Kollam via Kaliyakkavilai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Kollam?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Kollam. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Kollam Jn via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 33m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Kollam?

The distance between Puducherry and Kollam is 693 km. The road distance is 588.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Kollam without a car is to bus which takes 8h 53m and costs ₹750 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Puducherry to Kollam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Kollam bus from?

Puducherry to Kollam bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, depart from Jipmer station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Kollam train from?

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

Train or bus from Puducherry to Kollam?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Kollam is to bus which takes 8h 53m and costs ₹750 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹440 - ₹3,500 and takes 13h 33m.

Where does the Puducherry to Kollam bus arrive?

Puducherry to Kollam bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, arrive at Kaliyakkavilai station.

Where does the Puducherry to Kollam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Kollam?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Kollam is 589 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Puducherry to Kollam.

How do I get a bus ticket from Puducherry to Kollam?

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Puducherry to Kollam - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jipmer to Kaliyakkavilaibus
2. Take the bus from Kaliyakkavilai to Kollambus
8h 53m
₹780–1,957
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Kollam Jntrain 16101 / ...
13h 33m
₹440–3,426
Drive 588.8 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Kollamcar 588.8 km
9h 13m
₹6,663–9,624
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Kollamtaxi 588.8 km
9h 13m
₹9,500–12,000
Fly Pondicherry to Trivandrum, train
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane PNY - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kollam Jntrain
9h 23m
₹11,403–21,418
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Puducherry to Mattuthavanibus
2. Take the bus from Madurai to Kollambus
15h 38m
₹765–2,106
Train via Virudhunagar
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Virudunagar Jntrain 16861
2. Take the train from Virudunagar Jn to Kollam Jntrain 16127 / ...
17h 10m
₹511–3,994
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kollam Jntrain
8h 21m
₹6,324–13,437
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Trisulamtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
3. Take the bus from Edapally to Kollambus
10h 5m
₹6,313–11,917

Puducherry to Kollam by train

21Weekly Trains

13h 33mAverage Duration

₹440Cheapest Price

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Distance: 693.2 km
Duration: 8h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Jipmer to Kollam via Kaliyakkavilai in around 8h 53m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Villupuram Jn to Kollam Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 11h 45m.

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