Nagercoil to Kollam
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu to Kollam, Kerala.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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 Kollam
158 km · ~3h 10m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Nagercoil
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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 Kollam
158 km · ~3h 31m · 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 → Kollam
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~158 km
~3h 31m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹490
- Arrive in Kollam
Kollam, 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 Kollam
Nearest railway stations: Nagercoil Jn for Nagercoil, Kollam Jn for Kollam.
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.
Transport Options
Nagercoil to Kollam: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Nagercoil to Kollam is about 158 km by road, roughly 3.2 hours of travel time. The road passes near Thiruvananthapuram.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 158 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹1,840 · Sedan ₹2,150 · SUV ₹2,840 · Innova / MUV ₹3,200 · Tempo Traveller ₹3,780
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹170 · AC Seater ₹280 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹250 · AC Sleeper ₹360 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹490
- Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹190 · Third AC ₹250 · Second AC ₹350 · First AC ₹470
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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