Bengaluru to Vatakara
The distance from Bengaluru to Vatakara is about 334 km by road, roughly 6.5 hours (estimated). Vatakara is accessible by bus from Kozhikode and Kannur. There's a major railway
Tentative Fare Estimate
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 Vatakara is about 334 km by road, roughly 6.5 hours (estimated). Vatakara is accessible by bus from Kozhikode and Kannur. There's a major railway station at Vatakara.
Route Map
By Car: Bengaluru to Vatakara
334 km · ~7h 1m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bengaluru
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near MysuruAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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 Vatakara
334 km · ~7h 25m · 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 → Vatakara
AC Seater / Volvo · ~334 km
~7h 25m|Tentative fare ₹370–₹990
Usual tea / meal halts: Mysuru (~170 km)
- Arrive in Vatakara
Vatakara, 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 Vatakara
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bengaluru, Iringal for Vatakara.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 12h 7m in total
Change trains at Vallathol Nagar — about 51m wait
1 change · 12h 9m in total
Change trains at Somanur — about 48m wait
1 change · 12h 39m in total
Change trains at Belandur Road — about 1h 6m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 334 km by road from Bengaluru to Vatakara, roughly 6.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Vatakara is Iringal railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Iringal railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Iringal railway station — about 2 km
- Vadakara railway station — about 3 km
Budget Estimate
road
334 km
6.5 hours
Approximately 334 km by road from Bengaluru to Vatakara, roughly 6.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
334 km
The nearest railway station to Vatakara is Iringal railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 334 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 39 km away.
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