Car Rental in
Kollam

Kollam's relationship with water is older than any road in the city — this is the cashew capital of the world, the gateway to Ashtamudi Lake, and the starting point of Kerala's legendary backwater cruises. A car rental here isn't just about getting from Chinnakada to Kollam Junction; it's about reaching places like Thangassery Lighthouse at sunset, driving down the scenic Kollam–Alappuzha coastal stretch on NH 66, or making the 70 km run to Trivandrum for an early morning flight when the KSRTC buses are packed. Because Kollam is a coastal town with monsoon from June to September and narrow roads through areas like Kilikolloor and Punthalathazham, a local driver who knows which junction floods and which bypass saves 20 minutes is worth more than any GPS.

Why Choose Us

• Drivers who know Kollam's floods

  During the June–September monsoon, low-lying stretches near Ashramam Maidan and parts of Chinnakada get waterlogged. Our chauffeurs know the alternates via Kollam Bypass and Kilikolloor without you having to ask.

• Airport runs that actually work

  Trivandrum International Airport is 70 km away via NH 66 — a 90-minute drive on a good day, two hours if Karunagappally or Kayamkulam junctions snarl up. We pad the timing so you never miss a flight.

• Backwater and temple circuit ready

  Whether it's a day trip to Munroe Island, the Ashtamudi Lake jetty at Kollam, or a family darshan at Kottarakkara Ganapathy Temple, our vehicles come with drivers used to narrow temple-approach roads.

• Verified local vendors only

  Every vendor we list in Kollam is background-checked — no surprise tolls on the Kollam–Thenmala route, no hidden AC charges, no last-minute vehicle swaps at Kollam Junction pickup.

• Transparent all-in pricing

  No 'extra for outstation' games.

• 24/7 support from a Kerala team

  Our support desk understands Malayalam, Tamil and English, and can coordinate last-minute changes if your backwater cruise at Ashtamudi runs late or your train at Kollam Junction is delayed.

• Doorstep pickup across Kollam

  From Kilikolloor and Punthalathazham to Thangassery and Sakthikulangara, we deliver the car to your home, hotel, or the Kollam KSRTC bus stand at no extra cost within city limits.

Popular Vehicles

• Hatchback

  Maruti Swift, Wagon R, Hyundai i10

  Best for: City runs between Chinnakada, Kollam Junction and Kilikolloor, or short beach trips to Thangassery. Easy to park on Kollam's tight market roads.

• Sedan

  Honda City, Maruti Ciaz, Hyundai Aura

  Best for: Trivandrum airport transfers, Kollam–Alappuzha NH 66 drives, and corporate visits to the cashew export units around Chavara and Sakthikulangara.

• MPV / Family SUV

  Toyota Innova Crysta, Maruti Ertiga, Kia Carens

  Best for: Family pilgrimages to Kottarakkara, Ochira and Amritapuri, or group trips to Thenmala Eco Tourism and Palaruvi Falls where you need 6–7 seats.

• Premium SUV

  Toyota Fortuner, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector

  Best for: Wedding processions in Kollam city, VIP arrivals at Kollam Junction, and the winding drive up to Thenmala and the Western Ghats edge where road quality dips.

• Scooter / Two-wheeler

  Honda Activa, TVS Jupiter, Royal Enfield Classic 350

  Best for: Solo travellers exploring Kollam Beach, Thangassery Lighthouse and the Ashtamudi Lake promenade without the hassle of parking a car in Chinnakada.

• Tempo Traveller

  Force Traveller 12-seater, Mahindra Supro

  Best for: Large family groups doing the Kollam–Kanyakumari temple circuit or a full-day Ashtamudi backwater and Munroe Island tour.

Services Offered

• Trivandrum Airport Pickup & Drop — Doorstep pickup from any Kollam address for the 70 km NH 66 run to Trivandrum International Airport. We track your flight and adjust for the Karunagappally and Kayamkulam junction delays.
• Outstation Car Rental — Round-trip and one-way rentals to Alappuzha (85 km), Kottayam (75 km), Trivandrum (70 km) and Kanyakumari (145 km). Popular for the Kollam–Alappuzha backwater route via NH 66.
• Temple & Pilgrimage Circuit — Full-day packages covering Kottarakkara Ganapathy Temple, Ochira Parabrahma Temple, Amritapuri Ashram and the Kollam Ashtamudi temple cluster, with drivers who know the parking and queue timings.
• Wedding & Event Car Rental — Decorated premium sedans and SUVs for Kollam weddings, with pickup from Chinnakada, Kilikolloor or the bride's residence, and coordinated timing for the church or temple ceremony.
• Backwater & Beach Day Trips — Chauffeur-driven day trips to Munroe Island, Ashtamudi Lake jetty, Thangassery Lighthouse and Kollam Beach, with flexible waiting hours so you can take the full boat ride.
• Corporate & Monthly Car Rental — Monthly packages for cashew export offices in Chavara and Sakthikulangara, and for Kollam-based businesses needing a dedicated car with driver for client visits across the district.

Tips

• If you're driving to Thenmala or Palaruvi during the June–September monsoon, leave Kollam before 8 AM — the ghat section gets foggy and slippery after 4 PM.
• Avoid the Chinnakada junction between 5 PM and 7 PM on weekdays; take the Kollam Bypass via Kilikolloor instead if you're heading to Kollam Junction or the beach.
• For Trivandrum airport drops, budget 2 hours instead of 90 minutes during Onam (August–September) when NH 66 through Karunagappally and Kayamkulam gets festival traffic.
• Book a decorated car for Kollam weddings at least a week ahead in November–February — that's peak Kerala wedding season and Fortuners get snapped up fast.
• If you're doing the Ashtamudi Lake or Munroe Island boat trip, hire the car for the full day; the boat ride alone takes 3–4 hours and you'll want the driver waiting at the jetty.
• Parking near Kollam Beach and Thangassery Lighthouse fills up by 5 PM on weekends — ask your driver to drop you and park at the Asramam Maidan side instead.
• For temple circuits covering Kottarakkara, Ochira and Amritapuri in one day, an Innova Crysta is better than a sedan — the total distance is around 120 km and you'll want the legroom.
• During the Kollam Pooram at Ashramam Maidan (usually April), roads around Chinnakada and the maidan are closed — confirm your pickup point with the driver a day in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions