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Four ways to Travel from Chennai to Kollam

Composite routes from Chennai to Kollam

Cheapest
10 h 40 min
Car
719 km.
from $39
Other
4 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
616 km.
from $60.39
7 h 9 min
Bus, Plane
616 km.
from $80.83

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$152.85
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Nedumbassery
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$216.54

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trivandrum
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$152.85

Spicejet

Website:
spicejet.com/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Nedumbassery
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$318.44

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Central to Kollam
Ave. Duration:
14h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.48–$140.12

Bus operators

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Email:
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Pattom to Kollam
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.78
Bus from Ernakulam to Kollam
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.40–$3.69

KSRTC

Phone:
080-26252625
Website:
ksrtc.in
Bus from Ernakulam to Kollam
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.29–$9.55

Jayavin Travels

Phone:
7338873882
Email:
Website:
jayavintravels.com/
Bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Kollam
Ave. Duration:
13h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$47.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kollam is to train which costs $4.67 - $119.57 and takes 14h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kollam is to fly and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $44.57 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kollam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand and arriving at Kollam. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kollam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Kollam Jn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kollam?

The distance between Chennai and Kollam is 708 km. The road distance is 725.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kollam without a car is to bus which takes 13h 45m and costs $17.39 - $40.22 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Chennai to Kollam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kollam bus from?

Chennai to Kollam bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kollam train from?

Chennai to Kollam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Kollam?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kollam is to bus which takes 13h 45m and costs $17.39 - $40.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.67 - $119.57 and takes 14h 15m.

Where does the Chennai to Kollam bus arrive?

Chennai to Kollam bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Kollam station.

Where does the Chennai to Kollam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Kollam?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kollam is 725 km. It takes approximately 10h 36m to drive from Chennai to Kollam.

Where can I stay near Kollam?

There are 470+ hotels available in Kollam. Prices start at $9.61 per night.
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