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

The cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Kovalam is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹2,700 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Kovalam is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,900.

Is there a direct bus between Thoothukudi and Kovalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Thoothukudi to Kovalam. However, there are services departing from Tuticorin and arriving at Neyyattinkara via Valliyur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Thoothukudi and Kovalam?

No, there is no direct train from Thoothukudi to Kovalam. However, there are services departing from Tuticorin and arriving at Neyyattinkara via Maniyachchi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Thoothukudi to Kovalam?

The distance between Thoothukudi and Kovalam is 192 km. The road distance is 174 km.

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

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Kovalam without a car is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹5,500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Thoothukudi to Kovalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Kovalam bus from?

Thoothukudi to Kovalam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Tuticorin station.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Kovalam train from?

Thoothukudi to Kovalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Maniyachchi Jn station.

Train or bus from Thoothukudi to Kovalam?

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Kovalam is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹2,700 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Kovalam bus arrive?

Thoothukudi to Kovalam bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Valliyur station.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Kovalam train arrive?

Thoothukudi to Kovalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Neyyattinkara station.

Can I drive from Thoothukudi to Kovalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Thoothukudi to Kovalam is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Thoothukudi to Kovalam.

Where can I stay near Kovalam?

There are 825+ hotels available in Kovalam.

Thoothukudi to Kovalam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Thoothukudi to Kovalam by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tuticorin to Valliyurbus
2. Take the bus from Valliyur to Neyyattinkarabus
3h 56m
₹2,232–5,244
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Neyyattinkaratrain 16127 / ...
5h 23m
₹688–2,698
Drive 174 km
1. Drive from Thoothukudi to Kovalamcar 174 km
2h 51m
₹1,958–2,828
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thoothukudi to Kovalamtaxi 174 km
2h 51m
₹4,000–4,800
Bus via Tirunelveli
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadubus Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu - Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
4h 25m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
5h 8m

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Distance: 191.8 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Tuticorin to Kovalam via Valliyur and Neyyattinkara in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Maniyachchi Jn to Neyyattinkara twice daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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