Thiruvananthapuram to Kottayam
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Kottayam, 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: Thiruvananthapuram to Kottayam
165 km · ~3h 18m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Thiruvananthapuram
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: Thiruvananthapuram to Kottayam
165 km · ~3h 40m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Thiruvananthapuram
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Thiruvananthapuram. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Thiruvananthapuram → Kottayam
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~165 km
~3h 40m|Tentative fare ₹180–₹510
- Arrive in Kottayam
Kottayam, 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: Thiruvananthapuram to Kottayam
Nearest railway stations: Trivandrum Central for Thiruvananthapuram, Kottayam for Kottayam.
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
Thiruvananthapuram to Kottayam: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Thiruvananthapuram to Kottayam is about 165 km by road, roughly 3.3 hours of travel time. The road passes near Kollam and Pathanamthitta.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 165 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹1,920 · Sedan ₹2,250 · SUV ₹2,960 · Innova / MUV ₹3,340 · Tempo Traveller ₹3,930
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹180 · AC Seater ₹300 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹260 · AC Sleeper ₹380 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹510
- Train: Sleeper ₹130 · Economy ₹200 · Third AC ₹260 · Second AC ₹360 · First AC ₹490
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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