Nagercoil to Kadakkal
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu to Kadakkal, 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: Nagercoil to Kadakkal
119 km · ~2h 23m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Nagercoil
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
119 km · 2h 23m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KadakkalKadakkal, 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: Nagercoil to Kadakkal
119 km · ~2h 39m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Nagercoil
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Nagercoil. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Nagercoil → Kadakkal
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~119 km
~2h 39m|Tentative fare ₹130–₹380
- Arrive in Kadakkal
Kadakkal, 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: Nagercoil to Kadakkal
Nearest railway stations: Nagercoil Jn for Nagercoil, Akathumuri for Kadakkal.
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.
Nagercoil to Kadakkal: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Nagercoil to Kadakkal is about 119 km by road, roughly 2.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 119 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹130 · AC Seater ₹210 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹190 · AC Sleeper ₹270 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹380
- Train: Sleeper ₹100 · Economy ₹150 · Third AC ₹200 · Second AC ₹270 · First AC ₹360
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 Kadakkal.
Hotels in Kadakkal
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Things to Do in Kadakkal
Visit Kadakkal Devi Temple
Kadakkal Devi Temple is situated at Kollam District, Kerala, India. Kadakkal village is in the eastern part of Kollam District, Kerala.
Visit Kottukal cave Temple
Kottukkal Cave Temple, also known as Kaltrikkovil in Malayalam, is an existing example of rock cut architecture, built between 6th and 8th centuries CE. It is situated…
Visit Kilimarathukavu Temple
Kilimarathukavu Shiva Parvathy Temple is a Hindu temple located in Kadakkal Kollam district, Kerala, India. The temple deities include the cult images of 'Dharma…
Suggested Kadakkal Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kadakkal
- Travel from Nagercoil to Kadakkal (about 2.4 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kadakkal Devi Temple
Day 2Explore Kadakkal
- Visit Kottukal cave Temple
- Visit Kilimarathukavu Temple
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Chadayamangalam
- Head back to Nagercoil
Extend Your Trip
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Kadakkal → Thiruvananthapuram
About 50 km by road
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