Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Alappuzha, Kerala to Athirappilly Falls, Kerala.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls
118 km · ~2h 22m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Alappuzha
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Athirappilly FallsAthirappilly Falls, Kerala
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls
118 km · ~2h 37m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Alappuzha
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Alappuzha. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Alappuzha → Athirappilly Falls
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~118 km
~2h 37m|Tentative fare ₹130–₹380
- Arrive in Athirappilly Falls
Athirappilly Falls, Kerala
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls
Nearest railway stations: Alleppey for Alappuzha, Karukkutty for Athirappilly Falls.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls is about 118 km by road, roughly 2.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 118 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹130 · AC Seater ₹210 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹190 · AC Sleeper ₹270 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹380
- Train: Sleeper ₹100 · Economy ₹150 · Third AC ₹200 · Second AC ₹270 · First AC ₹360
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Athirappilly Falls guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Athirappilly Falls.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Kumarakom15 km from Alappuzha
- Kerala Backwaters50 km from Alappuzha
- Muvattupuzha80 km from Alappuzha
- Kalady95 km from Alappuzha
Hotels in Athirappilly Falls
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Athirappilly Falls
Things to Do in Athirappilly Falls
Appan Thampuran Smarakam
Established in 1976 at Ayyanthole where Sri. Ramavarma Appanthampuran who lived the Kumarapuram Palace. This is also a cultural museum.
Archeological & Art Museum
It has the best collection of wood carvings, metal sculptures and ancient jewelers of the Cochin dynasty.
Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours
The Roman Catholic Minor Basilica built in 1875 is locally called Puthen Palli. The long steeple is visible from anywhere in the town.
Shakthan Thampuran Palace
Named as Vadakkekara Palace, was reconstructed in Kerala-Dutch style in 1795 by Sri. Ramavarma Thampuran of the erstwhile Princely State of Cochin, well as Sakthan…
Thrissur Zoo
It is a major attraction for children and students with a variety of animals. There is a special building which houses snakes.
Vilangan Kunnu
This hillock has been converted by the tourism department as an amusement park. While grown ups relish the scenic splendor from the hill top.
Suggested Athirappilly Falls Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Athirappilly Falls
- Travel from Alappuzha to Athirappilly Falls (about 2.4 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Athirappilly Falls
Day 2Explore Athirappilly Falls
- Visit Vazhachal Falls
- Visit Charpa Falls
- Visit Peringalkuthu Dam
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Vazhachal Waterfalls
- Head back to Alappuzha
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Athirappilly Falls trip and see the full Alappuzha → Athirappilly Falls → next stop route.
Athirappilly Falls → Muvattupuzha
About 45 km by road
Athirappilly Falls → Kolenchery
About 45 km by road
Athirappilly Falls → Alathur
About 55 km by road
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