Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari

Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari

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Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari Schedule

Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 03:00 - 13:50₹ 1,525
Indian Railways 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 11:10 - 22:15₹ 1,100
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 19:30 - 04:50₹ 1,320
Knt Travels AC Sleeper 21:30 - 05:40₹ 1,328
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 23:55 - 10:35₹ 1,525

Transportation from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari

Facts about the transport from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport8h 10m
Earliest Departure3:00 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day14
Distance409 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Indiaa Travels, Indian Railways, Knt Travels

How to get from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari

Travelling between Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 31.36 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 6.75.

How long does it take to get from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari?

It can take you anywhere between 9 and 11 hours to travel between Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari. Bus will bring you to your destination in 8h 10m. Train does a much slower job and take about 10h 50m to reach Kanyakumari.

How much does it cost to get from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari?

Travelling between Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari can be as cheap as USD 6.75 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 31.36 if you buy a Indian Railways Train 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 Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari ?

  • 12 from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari starting from 03:00 Coimbatore until 23:55 Coimbatore
  • 2 from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari starting from 21:30 Coimbatore until 22:30 Coimbatore

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari.

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

Bus

Travelling from Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari 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 Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari

Air Indiaa Travels, Knt Travels

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 Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari?

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