How to reach Kollam

by GOZO · May 15, 2018

Kollam is a beautiful city in the Kerala state of India. It has been serving as an important port for international trade for centuries. Apart from being an important trading center, Kollam is an also a great tourist destination.

If you are planning to visit Kollam, here is the discussion about possible options to reach Kollam and which route is suitable.

Reaching Kollam by air

There is no direct airport in Kollam. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram international airport which is about 75 kilometers far from the city center.

If you are an international traveler, you can choose to reach Kollam by air and land at Thiruvananthapuram airport. From here, you can book a taxi to reach Kollam.

If you are a domestic traveler, you can directly reach the Kollam via road or railway route from your city.

Reaching Kollam by train

Kollam is well connected with major cities of India via train. There are regular trains to Kollam Junction (QLN) and Eravipuram (IRP) railway station. You can halt at either of the stations and take local transport (taxi or auto-rickshaw) to reach your stay.

Reaching Kollam by road

The road to Kollam is pretty good and you get to see the coastal region en-route. There are frequent state transport and private tour buses heading to Kollam. You can also choose to self-drive or hire a private cab to reach Kollam.

We suggest preferring private cab because if you are not familiar with the local language (Malayalam), you might find difficulty in communicating with natives.