Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kottayam, Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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.
Route Map
By Car: Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram
171 km · ~3h 25m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kottayam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
171 km · 3h 25m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ThiruvananthapuramThiruvananthapuram, 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: Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram
171 km · ~3h 48m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kottayam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kottayam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kottayam → Thiruvananthapuram
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~171 km
~3h 48m|Tentative fare ₹190–₹530
- Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram
Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Trivandrum Central for Thiruvananthapuram.
Direct trains
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.
Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram is about 171 km by road, roughly 3.4 hours of travel time. The road passes near Pathanamthitta and Kollam.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 171 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,605 · Ertiga ₹8,400 · Innova ₹8,759 · Innova Crysta ₹10,805 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹14,864
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹190 · AC Seater ₹310 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹270 · AC Sleeper ₹390 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹530
- Train: Sleeper ₹130 · Economy ₹200 · Third AC ₹270 · Second AC ₹370 · First AC ₹510
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Thiruvananthapuram.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Kuttanad20 km from Kottayam
- Pandalam55 km from Kottayam
- Kadakkal125 km from Kottayam
- Varkala125 km from Kottayam
- Kaniyapuram155 km from Kottayam
Hotels in Thiruvananthapuram
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Treebo Park - 500m From Medical College
Thiruvananthapuram
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Thiruvananthapuram
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Thiruvananthapuram
Treebo JP Residency
Thiruvananthapuram
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.
Suggested Thiruvananthapuram Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram
- Travel from Kottayam to Thiruvananthapuram (about 3.4 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 Kottayam
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Thiruvananthapuram trip and see the full Kottayam → Thiruvananthapuram → next stop route.
Thiruvananthapuram → Varkala
About 50 km by road
Thiruvananthapuram → Kadakkal
About 50 km by road
Thiruvananthapuram → Punalur
About 75 km by road
Thiruvananthapuram → Kollam
About 75 km by road
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