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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Kollam is to bus which costs ₹750 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Kollam is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs ₹750 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Kollam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salem and arriving at Kollam. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Kollam?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Kollam. However, there are services departing from Salem Market and arriving at Kollam Jn via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Salem to Kollam?

The distance between Salem and Kollam is 482 km. The road distance is 455.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Kollam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs ₹750 - ₹2,300.

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

The bus from Salem to Kollam takes 5h 11m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Salem to Kollam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salem to Kollam train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Kollam?

The best way to get from Salem to Kollam is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs ₹750 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹390 - ₹3,200 and takes 11h 8m.

Where does the Salem to Kollam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salem to Kollam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salem to Kollam?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Kollam is 455 km. It takes approximately 7h 7m to drive from Salem to Kollam.

Where can I stay near Kollam?

There are 707+ hotels available in Kollam.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salem to Kollambus
5h 11m
₹750–2,300
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Kollam Jntrain 12623 / ...
11h 8m
₹398–3,133
Drive 455.1 km
1. Drive from Salem to Kollamcar 455.1 km
7h 7m
₹5,131–7,411
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Kollamtaxi 455.1 km
7h 7m
₹9,000–11,000
Fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane SXV - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kollam Jntrain
7h 4m
₹9,688–18,660
Fly to Cochin International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane SXV - COK
2. Take the bus from Edapally to Kollambus
5h 47m
₹9,181–17,103

Salem to Kollam by train

21Weekly Trains

11h 8mAverage Duration

₹398Cheapest Price

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Distance: 481.9 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Salem to Kollam 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹750–2,300 and the journey takes 5h 11m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Jn to Kollam Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹290–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 42m.

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