Chennai to Vatakara
The distance from Chennai to Vatakara is about 668 km by road, roughly 13.5 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 Chennai to Vatakara is about 668 km by road, roughly 13.5 hours (estimated). Vatakara is accessible by bus from Kozhikode and Kannur. There's a major railway station at Vatakara.
Route Map
By Car: Chennai to Vatakara
668 km · ~14h 2m · About 13h 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.
184 km · 3h 41m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 334Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 484Look 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 Vatakara
668 km · ~14h 51m · 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 → Vatakara
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~668 km
~14h 51m|Tentative fare ₹730–₹1,920
- 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: Chennai to Vatakara
Nearest railway stations: Chennai Central for Chennai, Iringal for Vatakara.
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.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 668 km by road from Chennai to Vatakara, roughly 13.5 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
668 km
13.5 hours
Approximately 668 km by road from Chennai to Vatakara, roughly 13.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
668 km
The nearest railway station to Vatakara is Iringal railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 668 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 39 km away.
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