There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Kottiyam by bus, train, taxi or car
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kottiyam is to train which costs ₹350 - ₹1,300 and takes 8h 51m.
The quickest way to get from Madurai to Kottiyam is to taxi which costs ₹4,300 - ₹5,500 and takes 4h 4m.
The distance between Madurai and Kottiyam is 197 km. The road distance is 258.1 km.
The best way to get from Madurai to Kottiyam without a car is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹950 - ₹1,300.
It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Madurai to Kottiyam, including transfers.
The best way to get from Madurai to Kottiyam is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹950 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹350 - ₹1,300 and takes 8h 51m.
Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kottiyam is 258 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Madurai to Kottiyam.
There are 43+ hotels available in Kottiyam. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.
- Distance: 197.4 km
- Duration: 4h 37m
What companies run services between Madurai, India and Kottiyam, India?
Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Chinnakkada Railway Gate Kollam once daily. Tickets cost ₹750 - ₹1,100 and the journey takes 4h 28m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Mayyanad once daily. Tickets cost ₹210 - ₹1,100 and the journey takes 8h 45m.
India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Madurai Jn to Mayyanad
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹210 - ₹1,100
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹210 - ₹280
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹600 - ₹800
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹850 - ₹1,100
- Phone
- 8893555000
- info@kalladatravels.com
- Website
- kalladatravels.com
Bus from Madurai to Chinnakkada Railway Gate Kollam
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 28m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹750 - ₹1,100
- Schedules at
- kalladatravels.com
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 4m
- Estimated price
- ₹4,300 - ₹5,500
Maniraja Travels
- Phone
- +91 73 05 51 24 53
- Website
- maduraimanirajatravels.in
Madurai Friends Track Call Taxi
- Phone
- +91 99 94 66 77 77
- Website
- maduraifriendstrackcalltaxi.com
Fast Track Call Taxi
- Phone
- +91 45 22 88 89 99
- Website
- madurai.fasttrackcalltaxi.in
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