Chennai to Vythiri
The distance from Chennai to Vythiri is about 613 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated). Vythiri is 66 km (2 hours) from Kozhikode. It can be reached from Kerala, as well as
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 Vythiri is about 613 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated). Vythiri is 66 km (2 hours) from Kozhikode. It can be reached from Kerala, as well as from Karnataka (from Mysore and Bangalore) or from Tamil Nadu (Coimbatore or Ooty).
Route Map
By Car: Chennai to Vythiri
613 km · ~12h 56m · About 12h 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.
157 km · 3h 8m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 307Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 457Look 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 Vythiri
613 km · ~13h 37m · 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 → Vythiri
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~613 km
~13h 37m|Tentative fare ₹670–₹1,770
- Arrive in Vythiri
Vythiri, 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 Vythiri
Nearest railway stations: Chennai Central for Chennai, Chemancheri (about 38 km away) for Vythiri.
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 613 km by road from Chennai to Vythiri, roughly 12.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Vythiri is Chemancheri railway station, about 38 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Chemancheri railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Chemancheri railway station — about 38 km
- Nilambur Road railway station — about 38 km
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Budget Estimate
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613 km
12.5 hours
Approximately 613 km by road from Chennai to Vythiri, roughly 12.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
613 km
The nearest railway station to Vythiri is Chemancheri railway station, about 38 km from the town centre.
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About 613 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 47 km away.
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