🛕 Ramanathaswamy Temple • Dhanushkodi • Pamban Bridge • 290 km

Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram Cab

Embark on a sacred pilgrimage from the capital of Kerala to one of India's Char Dham. Comfortable AC cab with state permit, driver bata and toll all included.

₹8,700
Sedan Round Trip
290 km
One Way
~5.5 hrs
Travel Time
24/7
Available
📍 Thiruvananthapuram
Capital of Kerala
290 km • ~5.5 hours
🛕 Rameshwaram
Sacred Island — Char Dham
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₹8,700
Sedan Round Trip
📍
290 km
One Way Distance
⏱️
~5.5 hrs
One Way Time
Included
Permit + Toll + Bata

📊 Complete Fare Breakdown — Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram Round Trip

Vehicle Capacity Rate/km KM Fare (580 km) Driver Bata State Permit Toll Total
Sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios) 4+1 ₹13/km ₹7,540 ₹300 ₹500 ₹360 ₹8,700
SUV / Ertiga 6+1 ₹17/km ₹9,860 ₹300 ₹500 ₹360 ₹11,020
Toyota Innova 6+1 ₹19/km ₹11,020 ₹400 ₹500 ₹360 ₹12,280

* Toll includes 4 plazas (₹80+₹80+₹100+₹100). Parking charges extra at actuals. Overnight stay charges extra for 2-day trips.

Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram Cab — Quick Summary

Distance: 290 km one way (580 km round trip) via NH 44 → Tirunelveli → Madurai → NH 87

Travel Time: Approximately 5 to 5.5 hours one way

Round Trip Fare: ₹8,700 (Sedan) | ₹11,020 (SUV) | ₹12,280 (Toyota Innova)

What's included:

  • AC cab with professional driver
  • Driver bata (₹300 Sedan/SUV, ₹400 Crysta)
  • State permit (Kerala–Tamil Nadu inter-state) ₹500
  • Toll charges ₹360 (4 toll plazas both ways)

Recommended: 2-day trip with overnight stay in Rameshwaram for comfortable darshan of all 22 theerthams and Dhanushkodi visit.

Choose Your Vehicle

All AC vehicles with verified drivers. State permit ready for Kerala–Tamil Nadu inter-state travel.

Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios (4+1)
₹8,700
Round Trip • All Inclusive
  • 4 Passengers + Driver
  • AC with Music System
  • State Permit Included
  • Toll ₹360 Included
  • Driver Bata ₹300 Included
  • Parking Extra Only
Book Sedan — ₹8,700
SUV / Ertiga
Ertiga / Innova (6+1)
₹11,020
Round Trip • All Inclusive
  • 6 Passengers + Driver
  • Premium AC & Music
  • State Permit Included
  • Toll ₹360 Included
  • Driver Bata ₹300 Included
  • Parking Extra Only
Book SUV — ₹11,020
Toyota Innova
Premium (6+1)
₹12,280
Round Trip • All Inclusive
  • 6 Passengers + Driver
  • Luxury Captain Seats
  • State Permit Included
  • Toll ₹360 Included
  • Driver Bata ₹400 Included
  • Parking Extra Only
Book Crysta — ₹12,280

Why Visit Rameshwaram from Thiruvananthapuram?

One of India's holiest Char Dham — where Lord Rama prayed before crossing to Lanka

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Ramanathaswamy Temple
One of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples and part of India's Char Dham. The temple's 1,212-pillar corridor is the longest in Asia. Bathing in the 22 sacred theerthams (wells) inside is considered highly auspicious.
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Dhanushkodi — The Ghost Town
India's only ghost town, destroyed by the 1964 cyclone. The ruins of the church, railway station and town on the narrow strip of land between India and Sri Lanka are hauntingly beautiful.
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Pamban Bridge
India's first sea bridge — a 2 km long railway bridge connecting Rameshwaram island to mainland India. The new cable-stayed Pamban Bridge is one of India's most scenic engineering marvels.
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Adam's Bridge Viewpoint
View the legendary Ram Setu (Adam's Bridge) — a chain of limestone shoals connecting India and Sri Lanka, believed to be the bridge built by Lord Rama's army as described in the Ramayana.

Suggested 2-Day Itinerary

Recommended 2-day trip from Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram for a comfortable pilgrimage

Day 1 — 4:00 AM

Departure from Thiruvananthapuram

Early morning start via NH 44. Drive through Tirunelveli and Madurai — enjoy the scenic South Tamil Nadu landscape.

9:30 AM

Arrive Rameshwaram — Check In

Check in to hotel near Ramanathaswamy Temple. Freshen up and rest briefly before darshan.

11:00 AM

Ramanathaswamy Temple Darshan

Begin with the sacred 22 theertham bath ritual inside the temple. Then proceed for full darshan of Lord Ramanathaswamy.

Day 1 — 3:00 PM

Dhanushkodi & Adam's Bridge

Drive to Dhanushkodi ghost town and the Ram Setu viewpoint. Catch the sunset over the ocean at the southern tip of the island.

Day 2 — 6:00 AM

Agni Theertham & Pamban Bridge

Morning dip at Agni Theertham beach. Drive across the iconic Pamban Bridge and visit Panchamukha Hanuman Temple.

Day 2 — 9:00 AM

Return Journey to Thiruvananthapuram

Drive back via Madurai and Tirunelveli. Reach Thiruvananthapuram comfortably by evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

People also ask about Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram cab

What is the cab fare from Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram? +
The round trip cab fare from Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram is ₹8,700 for Sedan (4+1), ₹11,020 for SUV/Ertiga (6+1), and ₹12,280 for Toyota Innova (6+1). All fares include driver bata, state permit ₹500, and toll charges ₹360 (4 toll plazas). Parking is extra.
How far is Rameshwaram from Thiruvananthapuram? +
Rameshwaram is 290 km from Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum). The one way drive takes approximately 5 to 5.5 hours via NH 44 through Tirunelveli and Madurai, then NH 87 to Rameshwaram.
What is the route from Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram by cab? +
The route is: Thiruvananthapuram → NH 44 → Nagercoil → Tirunelveli → Madurai → Ramanathapuram → NH 87 → Pamban Bridge → Rameshwaram. Total 290 km via well-maintained national highways.
Why is state permit charged for Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram? +
Thiruvananthapuram is in Kerala and Rameshwaram is in Tamil Nadu. Any cab crossing state borders requires a government-mandated inter-state permit. The ₹500 state permit is already included in our fare — no surprise charges.
Is same day return possible from Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram? +
A same day return is possible but not recommended as it's 290 km one way (580 km total, ~11 hours driving). We strongly recommend a 2-day trip with an overnight stay to comfortably complete all temple rituals and sightseeing.
What is special about Rameshwaram? +
Rameshwaram is one of India's four Char Dham pilgrimage sites and one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples. It is where Lord Rama is said to have worshipped Lord Shiva before crossing to Lanka. The Ramanathaswamy Temple with its 1,212-pillar corridor, 22 theerthams, Dhanushkodi ghost town, and Adam's Bridge viewpoint make it a uniquely sacred and historically significant destination.
How to book a cab from Thiruvananthapuram to Rameshwaram? +
Book at booking.balajitrip.com, WhatsApp 9859685968, or call directly. We assign a verified driver experienced on long distance Kerala–Tamil Nadu routes, with all permits ready in advance.

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