There are 4 ways to get from Kollam to Rameswaram by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train
best- Take the train from Kollam Jn to Manamadurai Jntrain 16361
- Take the train from Manamadurai Jn to Rameswaramtrain 22661 / ...
10h 33m₹354–2,822Bus
- Take the bus from Kollam to Madurai Mattuthavanibus
- Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Rameshwarambus
12h 23m₹585–2,698Drive 360.6 km
- Drive from Kollam to Rameswaramcar 360.6 km
6h 2m₹3,895–5,626Taxi
- Take the taxi from Kollam to Rameswaramtaxi 360.6 km
6h 2m₹6,000–7,500
Kollam to Rameswaram by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Kollam to Rameswaram is to train which costs ₹350 - ₹2,900 and takes 10h 33m.
The fastest way to get from Kollam to Rameswaram is to drive which takes 6h 2m and costs ₹3,800 - ₹6,000.
No, there is no direct bus from Kollam to Rameswaram. However, there are services departing from Kollam and arriving at Rameshwaram via Mattuthavani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.
No, there is no direct train from Kollam to Rameswaram. However, there are services departing from Kollam Jn and arriving at Rameswaram via Manamadurai Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.
The distance between Kollam and Rameswaram is 404 km. The road distance is 360.6 km.
The best way to get from Kollam to Rameswaram without a car is to train which takes 10h 33m and costs ₹350 - ₹2,900.
It takes approximately 10h 33m to get from Kollam to Rameswaram, including transfers.
Kollam to Rameswaram bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kollam station.
Kollam to Rameswaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kollam Jn station.
The best way to get from Kollam to Rameswaram is to train which takes 10h 33m and costs ₹350 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹2,700 and takes 12h 23m.
What companies run services between Kollam, India and Rameswaram, Tamil Nādu, India?
You can take a train from Kollam Jn to Rameswaram via Manamadurai Jn in around 10h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kollam to Rameshwaram via Madurai Mattuthavani and Mattuthavani in around 12h 23m.
- Phone
- 14646
- care@irctc.co.in
- Website
- irctc.co.in
Train from Kollam Jn to Manamadurai Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- ₹210–1,700
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹210–250
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹550–750
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹750–1,000
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,300–1,700
Train from Manamadurai Jn to Rameswaram
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹140–1,200
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹140–180
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹410–550
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹550–700
- First Class (1A)
- ₹900–1,200
- Phone
- +91 9447071021
- rsnksrtc@kerala.gov.in
- Website
- onlineksrtcswift.com
Bus from Kollam to Madurai Mattuthavani
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹260–400
- Website
- https://onlineksrtcswift.com/
- Phone
- +91-9384047581
- vkvtravels99@gmail.com
- Website
- vkvtravels.in
Bus from Mattuthavani to Rameshwaram
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 33m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹1,300–2,300
- Website
- https://www.vkvtravels.in/
- AC Seater
- ₹1,600–2,300
- Phone
- +91 8404855555
- Website
- flixbus.in
Bus from Mattuthavani to Rameshwaram
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- ₹320–850
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.in
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 2m
- Estimated price
- ₹6,000–7,500
Smile Taxi Service
Kollam Online Taxi Service
- Phone
- +91 99 46 26 85 56
- Website
- kollamonlinetaxi.business.site
Kollam Cab
- Phone
- +91 98 95 21 82 40
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to get from Gatwick Airport into central London, Italian Lakes: Getting around by train, and How do I buy a London Underground ticket? - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Kollam to Rameswaram bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Madurai Mattuthavani station.
Kollam to Rameswaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manamadurai Jn station.
Yes, the driving distance between Kollam to Rameswaram is 361 km. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Kollam to Rameswaram.
There are 90+ hotels available in Rameswaram.








