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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Kollam is to train which costs ₹440 - ₹2,800 and takes 13h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Kollam is to taxi and fly and train which takes 3h 33m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Kollam?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Kollam. However, there are services departing from Manipal Jothi Circle and arriving at Kollam via Kaniyapuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 35m.

How far is it from Manipal to Kollam?

The distance between Manipal and Kollam is 673 km. The road distance is 598.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Kollam without a car is to train which takes 13h 11m and costs ₹440 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Manipal to Kollam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kollam bus from?

Manipal to Kollam bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Manipal Jothi Circle station.

Train or bus from Manipal to Kollam?

The best way to get from Manipal to Kollam is to train which takes 13h 11m and costs ₹440 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹1,800 and takes 17h 35m.

Where does the Manipal to Kollam bus arrive?

Manipal to Kollam bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Kaniyapuram station.

Can I drive from Manipal to Kollam?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Kollam is 599 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Manipal to Kollam.

Where can I stay near Kollam?

There are 597+ hotels available in Kollam.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Manipal to Kollam by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi to Bajpe Airport, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Bajpe Airport (IXE)taxi
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane IXE - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kollam Jntrain
3h 33m
₹7,172–16,425
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Udupi to Kollam Jntrain 16345 / ...
13h 11m
₹447–2,738
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Thrissurbus
2. Take the train from Thrisur to Kollam Jntrain 20631 / ...
13h 54m
₹1,110–3,781
Drive 598.6 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Kollamcar 598.6 km
9h 19m
₹6,391–9,232
Taxi to Bajpe Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Bajpe Airport (IXE)taxi
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane IXE - COK
3. Take the train from Aluva to Thrisurtrain
4. Take the train from Thrisur to Kollam Jntrain
9h 40m
₹6,622–16,185
Train to Kannur International Airport, fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Take the train from Udupi to Kannurtrain
2. Fly from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane CNN - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kollam Jntrain
7h 27m
₹4,837–15,028
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal Jothi Circle to Kaniyapurambus
2. Take the bus from Kaniyapuram to Kollambus
17h 35m
₹1,307–1,786

Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

4Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

₹8,242Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manipal to Kollam.

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Distance: 672.8 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Udupi to Kollam Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 13h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manipal Jothi Circle to Kollam via Kaniyapuram in around 17h 35m.

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