Kollam to Madurai

Kollam to Madurai

Kollam
Madurai
Mon, Jun 15
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Kollam to Madurai Destination Reviews

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Nice and easy
Kollam to Madurai, Train #16102 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper, Indian Railways, Mar 8, 2026
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Kollam to Madurai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+3h 43m
$216.47
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
03:45
11:15
$7.05
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
12:00
18:30
$5.75
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
14:55
21:30
$7.57
Bus
Punchiry Travels
AC Sleeper
15:45
23:10
$16.43
  3.0
Bus
Intercity Travels
AC Sleeper
16:30
00:10
$27.40
Bus
Vee Vee Bus
AC Sleeper
17:00
23:20
$11.22
Bus
Punchiry Travels
AC Sleeper
17:30
01:10
$21.91
  3.0
Bus
Jayavin Travels
AC Sleeper
18:00
00:20
$22.25
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
18:25
03:35
$7.05
Bus
Vetri Travels
AC Sleeper
18:45
00:40
$14.24
Bus
Punchiry Travels
AC Sleeper
19:20
02:15
$23.01
  3.0
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
21:35
09:55
$9.77

How to get from Kollam to Madurai

Travelling between Kollam and Madurai is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 394.24 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.78.

How long does it take to get from Kollam to Madurai?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 29 hours to travel between Kollam and Madurai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Kollam and Madurai. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h 43m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 4h 15m to reach Madurai.

How much does it cost to get from Kollam to Madurai?

Travelling between Kollam and Madurai can be as cheap as USD 4.78 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 394.24 if you buy a Air India flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kollam and Madurai ?

  • 15 by flight from Kollam to Madurai starting from 07:25 Thiruvananthapuram Airport until 23:00 Thiruvananthapuram Airport
  • 4 from Kollam to Madurai starting from 12:00 Kollam until 18:25 Kollam
  • 8 from Kollam to Madurai starting from 00:00 Kollam until 00:00 Kollam

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kollam to Madurai.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kollam to Madurai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kollam and Madurai

Murahara Travels, Vetri Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kollam and Madurai

Cab Expresso, TaxiBazaar

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kollam to Madurai?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train

Transportation from Kollam to Madurai

Facts about the transport from Kollam to Madurai

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport3h 43m
Earliest Departure7:25 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day27
Distance262 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Air India Express, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, Murahara Travels, TaxiBazaar, Vetri Travels