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Thiruvananthapuram to Tiruchendur

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu.

170 kmDistance
3.4 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹6,569
Ertiga₹8,354
Innova₹8,711
Innova Crysta₹10,746
Tempo Traveller (12)₹14,780

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹190
AC Seater₹310
Non-AC Sleeper₹270
AC Sleeper₹390
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹530
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Train
Sleeper₹130
Economy₹200
Third AC₹270
Second AC₹370
First AC₹510
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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.

Route Map

By Car: Thiruvananthapuram to Tiruchendur

170 km · ~3h 24m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Thiruvananthapuram

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 170 km · 3h 24m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tiruchendur

    Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu

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 Tiruchendur

170 km · ~3h 47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. 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.

  2. Thiruvananthapuram → Tiruchendur

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~170 km

    ~3h 47m|Tentative fare ₹190–₹530

  3. Arrive in Tiruchendur

    Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu

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 Tiruchendur

Nearest railway stations: Trivandrum Central for Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchendur for Tiruchendur.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 6h 17m in total

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
01:53 PMChirayinkil
3h 37m30 stops
05:30 PMTirunelveli

Change trains at Tirunelveli — about 45m wait

Tirunelveli Tiruchendur Passenger#56765 · Passenger
06:15 PMTirunelveli
1h 55m11 stops
08:10 PMTiruchendur

1 change · 7h 6m in total

Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express#12787 · Superfast
12:54 AMChirayinkil
4h 11m30 stops
05:05 AMTirunelveli

Change trains at Tirunelveli — about 1h 5m wait

Chendhur Express#16735 · Express
06:10 AMTirunelveli
1h 50m11 stops
08:00 AMTiruchendur

1 change · 7h 56m in total

Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express#12787 · Superfast
12:54 AMChirayinkil
4h 11m30 stops
05:05 AMTirunelveli

Change trains at Tirunelveli — about 1h 55m wait

Tirunelveli Tiruchendur Passenger#56761 · Passenger
07:00 AMTirunelveli
1h 50m11 stops
08:50 AMTiruchendur

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

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.

Thiruvananthapuram to Tiruchendur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Thiruvananthapuram to Tiruchendur is about 170 km by road, roughly 3.4 hours of travel time. The road passes near Tirunelveli.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 170 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,569 · Ertiga ₹8,354 · Innova ₹8,711 · Innova Crysta ₹10,746 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹14,780
  • 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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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Thiruvananthapuram to Tiruchendur. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Neyyattinkara20 km from Thiruvananthapuram

    Kerala

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Things to Do in Tiruchendur

Visit the Arulmigu Subramania Swamy Temple

Explore the main temple, its gopuram, and the shrine of Lord Murugan. Observe the daily rituals and soak in the divine atmosphere.

2-3 hours

Take a Sacred Sea Bath

Participate in the traditional purification bath in the Bay of Bengal, which is considered an essential prelude to worship.

1 hour

Walk Along the Sacred Beach

Stroll along the shore that is part of the temple's sacred geography, enjoying the waves and the view of the gopuram.

1-2 hours

Attend Soorasamharam Festival

If visiting during the festival, witness the dramatic reenactment of Murugan's victory over Soorapadman, a spectacular event.

Half day

Explore Temple Architecture

Admire the intricate carvings, mandapams, and the towering gopuram that reflect Dravidian architectural excellence.

1-2 hours

Visit Nearby Attractions

Explore the nearby Sorga Theertham (holy well) and the Nellaiappar Temple in Tirunelveli, which are within a short drive.

Full day

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Suggested Tiruchendur Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Tiruchendur

  • Travel from Thiruvananthapuram to Tiruchendur (about 3.4 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Arulmigu Subramania Swamy Temple (Tiruchendur Murugan Temple)

Day 2Explore Tiruchendur

  • Visit Tiruchendur Beach
  • Visit Tuticorin (Thoothukudi)

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Thoondugai Vinayagar Temple
  • Head back to Thiruvananthapuram
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