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

The cheapest way to get from Vaikom to Kovalam is to bus which costs ₹600 - ₹800 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vaikom to Kovalam is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Vaikom and Kovalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Vaikom to Kovalam. However, there are services departing from Chertala and arriving at Trivandrum via Ambalapuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Vaikom and Kovalam?

No, there is no direct train from Vaikom to Kovalam. However, there are services departing from Cherthala and arriving at Trivandrum Pett via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Vaikom to Kovalam?

The distance between Vaikom and Kovalam is 213 km. The road distance is 189.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vaikom to Kovalam without a car is to bus via Kunnumma which takes 3h 21m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹1,500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Vaikom to Kovalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vaikom to Kovalam bus from?

Vaikom to Kovalam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Chertala station.

Where do I catch the Vaikom to Kovalam train from?

Vaikom to Kovalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Cherthala station.

Train or bus from Vaikom to Kovalam?

The best way to get from Vaikom to Kovalam is to bus via Kunnumma which takes 3h 21m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,700 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Vaikom to Kovalam bus arrive?

Vaikom to Kovalam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Ambalapuzha station.

Where does the Vaikom to Kovalam train arrive?

Vaikom to Kovalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Trivandrum Pett station.

Can I drive from Vaikom to Kovalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Vaikom to Kovalam is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Vaikom to Kovalam.

Where can I stay near Kovalam?

There are 813+ hotels available in Kovalam.

Vaikom to Kovalam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Vaikom to Kovalam by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Kunnumma
best
1. Take the bus from Chertala to Ambalapuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Ambalapuzha to Trivandrumbus
3h 21m
₹1,056–1,463
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vaikom to Trivandrumbus
5h 27m
₹613–780
Train
1. Take the train from Cherthala to Trivandrum Petttrain 16341 / ...
3h 53m
₹1,218–2,606
Drive 189.1 km
1. Drive from Vaikom to Kovalamcar 189.1 km
2h 48m
₹2,122–3,065
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vaikom to Kovalamtaxi 189.1 km
2h 48m
₹3,900–4,700

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Distance: 212.7 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a vehicle from Vaikom to Kovalam via Chertala, Ambalapuzha, and Trivandrum in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Cherthala to Trivandrum Pett once daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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