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Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram

The distance from Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram is about 73 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). Thiruvananthapuram is well connected to other cities like Kochi (230 km),

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73 kmDistance

1.5 hrsDuration

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Car / Taxi

Swift Dzire₹5,855

Ertiga₹7,430

Innova₹7,745

Innova Crysta₹9,570

Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus

Non-AC Seater₹80

AC Seater₹130

Non-AC Sleeper₹120

AC Sleeper₹170

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹250

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Train

Sleeper₹70

Economy₹100

Third AC₹130

Second AC₹180

First AC₹230

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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Overview

The distance from Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram is about 73 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). Thiruvananthapuram is well connected to other cities like Kochi (230 km), Kozhikode (420 km), Chennai (780 km), Bangalore (791 km) and Coimbatore (400 km) by road. Traffic congestion can be horrific during certain times as you get closer to the city.

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By Car: Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram

73 km · ~1h 28m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

Start from Kollam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
73 km · 1h 28m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram

73 km · ~1h 37m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

Board at Kollam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kollam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
Kollam → Thiruvananthapuram
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~73 km
~1h 37m|Tentative fare ₹80–₹250
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Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Hotels in Thiruvananthapuram

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram

Nearest railway stations: Kollam Jn for Kollam, Trivandrum Central for Thiruvananthapuram.

Direct trains

Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express#12787 · Superfast

12:20 AMIravipuram

1h 5m16 stops

01:25 AMTrivandrum Central

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GANDHIDHAM - NAGERCOIL Weekly Exp#16335 · Express

01:45 AMKollam Jn

58m16 stops

02:43 AMTrivandrum Pettai

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VERAVAL - TRIVANDRUM Exp#16333 · Express

01:45 AMKollam Jn

58m16 stops

02:43 AMTrivandrum Pettai

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MUMBAI CST - TRIVANDRUM Exp#16331 · Express

01:51 AMIravipuram

1h 9m16 stops

03:00 AMTrivandrum Central

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Trivandrum Express#16348 · Express

03:15 AMIravipuram

59m15 stops

04:14 AMTrivandrum Pettai

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Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

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Things to Do in Thiruvananthapuram

Priyadarshini Space Planetarium

One of the largest planetaria in India and rated as one of the best horizontal planetaria of the world. It has a collection of astronomical science objects from the…

Kovalam Beach

17 km from Thiruvananthapuram City, the locals believe this to be one of the finest beaches in India. There are 2 large beaches and they are highly safe for swimming.

Shanghumukham Beach

This city beach is 8 km outside the city centre, adjacent to the airport. Local people flock here to watch the sunset.

Veli Tourist Village

A lake blending into the beach, almost as if it were teasing the sea. This area features boating, horse riding on the beach, a floating bridge, a shallow pond where you…

Central Stadium

A multipurpose stadium used mainly for athletics and football. It is also one of the main venues of annual Onam festival in Thiruvananthapuram.

Greenfield International Stadium

A multipurpose stadium used mainly for cricket. It is the major venue for the Kerala cricket team, and various national and international cricket matches are held here.

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Suggested Thiruvananthapuram Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram

Travel from Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
Visit Napier Museum

Day 2Explore Thiruvananthapuram

Visit Veli Tourist Village
Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Visit East Fort

Day 3Last sights and departure

Visit Connemara Market
Head back to Kollam

Suggested from Thiruvananthapuram's top sights.

Travel Tips

Thiruvananthapuram is well connected to other cities like Kochi (230 km), Kozhikode (420 km), Chennai (780 km), Bangalore (791 km) and Coimbatore (400 km) by road.