Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram
The distance from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram is about 629 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated). Thiruvananthapuram is well connected to other cities like Kochi (230
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.
Overview
The distance from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram is about 629 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated). Thiruvananthapuram is well connected to other cities like Kochi (230 km), Kozhikode (420 km), Chennai (780 km), Bangalore (791 km) and Coimbatore (400 km) by road. Traffic congestion can be horrific during certain times as you get closer to the city.
Route Map
By Car: Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram
629 km · ~13h 15m · About 13h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Bengaluru
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
165 km · 3h 17m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 315Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 465Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
165 km · 3h 17m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ThiruvananthapuramThiruvananthapuram, 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: Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram
629 km · ~13h 59m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bengaluru
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bengaluru. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bengaluru → Thiruvananthapuram
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~629 km
~13h 59m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,810
- Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram, 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: Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bengaluru, Trivandrum Central for Thiruvananthapuram.
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
Hotels in Thiruvananthapuram
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Treebo Park - 500m From Medical College
Thiruvananthapuram
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Thiruvananthapuram
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Thiruvananthapuram
Treebo JP Residency
Thiruvananthapuram
Things to Do in Thiruvananthapuram
Priyadarshini Space Planetarium
One of the largest planetaria in India and rated as one of the best horizontal planetaria of the world. It has a collection of astronomical science objects from the…
Kovalam Beach
17 km from Thiruvananthapuram City, the locals believe this to be one of the finest beaches in India. There are 2 large beaches and they are highly safe for swimming.
Shanghumukham Beach
This city beach is 8 km outside the city centre, adjacent to the airport. Local people flock here to watch the sunset.
Veli Tourist Village
A lake blending into the beach, almost as if it were teasing the sea. This area features boating, horse riding on the beach, a floating bridge, a shallow pond where you…
Central Stadium
A multipurpose stadium used mainly for athletics and football. It is also one of the main venues of annual Onam festival in Thiruvananthapuram.
Greenfield International Stadium
A multipurpose stadium used mainly for cricket. It is the major venue for the Kerala cricket team, and various national and international cricket matches are held here.
Suggested Thiruvananthapuram Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram
- Travel from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram (about 12.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Napier Museum
Day 2Explore Thiruvananthapuram
- Visit Veli Tourist Village
- Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple
- Visit East Fort
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Connemara Market
- Head back to Bengaluru
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
629 km
12.5 hours
Approximately 629 km by road from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram, roughly 12.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
629 km
The nearest railway station to Thiruvananthapuram is Thiruvananthapuram Central railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Thiruvananthapuram trip and see the full Bengaluru → Thiruvananthapuram → next stop route.
Thiruvananthapuram → Varkala
About 50 km by road
Thiruvananthapuram → Kadakkal
About 50 km by road
Thiruvananthapuram → Punalur
About 75 km by road
Thiruvananthapuram → Kollam
About 75 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 629 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 3 km away.
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