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

The cheapest way to get from Velankanni to Kollam is to train which costs ₹300 - ₹2,300 and takes 13h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velankanni to Kollam is to drive which takes 7h 52m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,500.

Is there a direct bus between Velankanni and Kollam?

No, there is no direct bus from Velankanni to Kollam. However, there are services departing from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kollam via Madurai, Tamil Nadu and Srivilliputhur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Velankanni and Kollam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vellankanni and arriving at Kollam Jn. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Velankanni to Kollam?

The distance between Velankanni and Kollam is 496 km. The road distance is 492.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Velankanni to Kollam without a car is to bus via Madurai which takes 11h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 49m to get from Velankanni to Kollam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Kollam bus from?

Velankanni to Kollam bus services, operated by Universal Travels, depart from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Velankanni to Kollam train from?

Velankanni to Kollam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vellankanni station.

Train or bus from Velankanni to Kollam?

The best way to get from Velankanni to Kollam is to bus via Madurai which takes 11h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹300 - ₹2,300 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Velankanni to Kollam bus arrive?

Velankanni to Kollam bus services, operated by Universal Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Velankanni to Kollam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Velankanni to Kollam?

Yes, the driving distance between Velankanni to Kollam is 493 km. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Velankanni to Kollam.

Where can I stay near Kollam?

There are 755+ hotels available in Kollam.

Velankanni to Kollam - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus via Madurai
best
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Srivilliputhur to Kollambus
11h 49m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Kollam Jntrain 16362 / ...
13h 30m
₹300–2,300
Drive 492.5 km
1. Drive from Velankanni to Kollamcar 492.5 km
7h 52m
₹5,564–8,037
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velankanni to Kollamtaxi 492.5 km
7h 52m
₹8,000–10,000
Train to Trichy International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane TRZ - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kollam Jntrain
10h 57m
₹10,808–18,921
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Velankanni, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Kesavadasapuram to Kollambus
12h 48m
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Vellankanni to Tambaramtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kollam Jntrain
11h 37m
₹6,476–14,677

Velankanni to Kollam by train

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13h 30mAverage Duration

₹300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 496.3 km
Duration: 11h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Kollam via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu, and Srivilliputhur in around 11h 49m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Vellankanni to Kollam Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 13h 30m.

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