Chennai to Punalur
The distance from Chennai to Punalur is about 726 km by road, roughly 14.5 hours (estimated). Punalur is 45 km northeast of Kollam and 75 km north of Thiruvananthapuram. Punalur
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 Chennai to Punalur is about 726 km by road, roughly 14.5 hours (estimated). Punalur is 45 km northeast of Kollam and 75 km north of Thiruvananthapuram. Punalur Railway Station is on the Kollam-Shencotta railway line.
Route Map
By Car: Chennai to Punalur
726 km · ~15h 51m · About 15h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Chennai
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.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
63 km · 1h 16m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 363Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 513Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 663Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Chennai to Punalur
726 km · ~16h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chennai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chennai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chennai → Punalur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~726 km
~16h 8m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,080
- Arrive in Punalur
Punalur, 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: Chennai to Punalur
Nearest railway stations: Chennai Central for Chennai, Punalur for Punalur.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 16h 40m in total
Change trains at Kollam Jn — about 1h 25m wait
1 change · 16h 40m in total
Change trains at Kollam Jn — about 1h 5m wait
1 change · 16h 40m in total
Change trains at Kollam Jn — about 45m 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 726 km by road from Chennai to Punalur, roughly 14.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Punalur is Punalur Railway Station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Punalur Railway Station, then continue by local transport.
- Punalur Railway Station — about 1 km
- Edamann railway station — about 6 km
Budget Estimate
road
726 km
14.5 hours
Approximately 726 km by road from Chennai to Punalur, roughly 14.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
726 km
The nearest railway station to Punalur is Punalur Railway Station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 726 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 60 km away.
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