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Coimbatore to Kalpetta

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Kalpetta, Kerala.

152 kmDistance
3 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,334
Ertiga₹6,770
Innova₹7,058
Innova Crysta₹8,719
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,941

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹170
AC Seater₹270
Non-AC Sleeper₹240
AC Sleeper₹350
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹480
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Train
Sleeper₹120
Economy₹180
Third AC₹240
Second AC₹330
First AC₹460
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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.

Route Map

By Car: Coimbatore to Kalpetta

152 km · ~3h 2m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Coimbatore

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 152 km · 3h 2m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Kalpetta

    Kalpetta, 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: Coimbatore to Kalpetta

152 km · ~3h 23m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Coimbatore

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Coimbatore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Coimbatore → Kalpetta

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~152 km

    ~3h 23m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹480

  3. Arrive in Kalpetta

    Kalpetta, 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: Coimbatore to Kalpetta

Nearest railway stations: Coimbatore North for Coimbatore, Chemancheri (about 46 km away) for Kalpetta.

Direct trains

Chennai - Mangalore Express#12685 · Superfast
12:14 AMIrugur
4h 27m32 stops
04:41 AMChemancheri
Chennai Mangalore Mail#12601 · Superfast
03:32 AMIrugur
4h 36m32 stops
08:08 AMChemancheri
Navyug Express#16688 · Express
09:58 AMCoimbatore North
4h 7m33 stops
02:05 PMChemancheri
West Coast Express#16627 · Express
07:52 PMCoimbatore North
4h 19m33 stops
12:11 AM+1dChemancheri
Tiruchirappalli Mangalore Weekly Superfast Express#12653 · Superfast
09:47 PMIrugur
3h 58m32 stops
01:45 AM+1dChemancheri

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.

Coimbatore to Kalpetta: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Coimbatore to Kalpetta is about 152 km by road, roughly 3 hours of travel time. The road passes near Ooty.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 152 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,334 · Ertiga ₹6,770 · Innova ₹7,058 · Innova Crysta ₹8,719 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,941
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹170 · AC Seater ₹270 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹240 · AC Sleeper ₹350 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹480
  • Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹180 · Third AC ₹240 · Second AC ₹330 · First AC ₹460

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

Want the full Kalpetta guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kalpetta.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Coimbatore to Kalpetta. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Meppadi140 km from Coimbatore

Hotels in Kalpetta

Treebo hotels in Wayanad, about 2 km from Kalpetta. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.

Treebo Regalia Inn Wayanad With Swimming Pool

Wayanad

Treebo Brahma, Wayanad

Wayanad

Things to Do in Kalpetta

International Meditation Society of Wayanad

A small Buddhist Theravada Hall for Buddhist prayers and Meditation along with lectures about Buddhist Philosophy. Ideal for Buddhist tourists to have a meditation and…

Kalpetta Walk. 1

Start from Zodiac Hotel, head north, pass civil station and reach SKM highschool. Return through the bypass, Goodalayi road and go upto Meppadi road.

Boating at Pookode Lake.

Boating can be done on Pookode lake for a nominal fee

Kalpetta Walk. 2

Start from Kalpetta Bus Station, head south towards on Calicut road, turn left at Jana Maithree Park toward Meppadi. Walk in the scenic road for three km and come back…

Learn Horseriding

The Veteriniary University at Pookode teaches horseriding to the public. Course duration 24 days (one hour every day).

Myladippara Trekking Centre

Myladippara is a cliff to the east of Civil Station, adjacent to the new NH bypass road. Trek to the Myladippara offers a charming experience.

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Suggested Kalpetta Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kalpetta

  • Travel from Coimbatore to Kalpetta (about 3 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Anantnath Swami Temple

Day 2Explore Kalpetta

  • Visit Kambalakkad Juma Mosque
  • Visit Karapuzha Dam
  • Visit Our Lady of Lourde's Church

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit St. Jude's Church
  • Head back to Coimbatore
Suggested from Kalpetta's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Kalpetta trip and see the full Coimbatore → Kalpetta → next stop route.

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