Kollam to Kanyakumari

Kollam to Kanyakumari

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Kollam to Kanyakumari Schedule

Kollam to Kanyakumari Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 03:45 - 07:55₹ 413
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 05:20 - 10:00₹ 910
Indian Railways 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 07:15 - 10:35₹ 875
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 08:03 - 12:30₹ 313
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 10:30 - 13:50₹ 910
Punchiry Travels AC Sleeper 15:00 - 19:30₹ 1,675
Punchiry Travels AC Sleeper 17:15 - 20:55₹ 1,906
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 18:35 - 22:15₹ 413

Transportation from Kollam to Kanyakumari

Facts about the transport from Kollam to Kanyakumari

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport4h 30m
Earliest Departure7:15 AM
Latest Departure6:35 PM
Departures per day15
Distance225 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIndian Railways, Punchiry Travels

How to get from Kollam to Kanyakumari

Travelling between Kollam and Kanyakumari is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 28.38 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.95.

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

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 5 hours to travel between Kollam and Kanyakumari depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kollam and Kanyakumari. Train will bring you to your destination in 4h 30m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 55m to reach Kanyakumari.

How much does it cost to get from Kollam to Kanyakumari?

Travelling between Kollam and Kanyakumari can be as cheap as USD 4.95 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 28.38 if you buy a Punchiry Travels Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kollam and Kanyakumari ?

  • 12 from Kollam to Kanyakumari starting from 07:15 Kollam until 18:35 Kollam
  • 3 from Kollam to Kanyakumari starting from 15:00 Kollam until 17:15 Kollam

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kollam to Kanyakumari.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kollam to Kanyakumari overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kollam and Kanyakumari

Punchiry Travels

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kollam to Kanyakumari?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 50% took a train
  • 50% chosen taxi+Train