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Idukki to Kattappana

The distance from Idukki to Kattappana is about 13 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

13 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹10
AC Seater₹20
Non-AC Sleeper₹20
AC Sleeper₹30
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹90
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Train
Sleeper₹40
Economy₹40
Third AC₹50
Second AC₹60
First AC₹70
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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.

Overview

The distance from Idukki to Kattappana is about 13 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

Route Map

By Car: Idukki to Kattappana

13 km · ~16m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Idukki

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

  2. 13 km · 16m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Kattappana

    Kattappana, 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: Idukki to Kattappana

13 km · ~17m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Idukki

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

  2. Idukki → Kattappana

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~13 km

    ~17m|Tentative fare ₹10–₹90

  3. Arrive in Kattappana

    Kattappana, 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: Idukki to Kattappana

Nearest railway stations: Ernakulam Jn (about 90 km away) for Idukki, Ettumanur (about 63 km away) for Kattappana.

Direct trains

Coimbatore-Nagercoil Special#06617 · Express
12:28 AMErnakulam Jn
52m9 stops
01:20 AMEttumanur
Mangalore-Nagercoil Special#06302 · Express
01:08 AMErnakulam Jn
56m9 stops
02:04 AMEttumanur
Amrita Express#16344 · Express
01:43 AMErnakulam Jn
56m9 stops
02:39 AMEttumanur
Nilambur Road Trivandrum Rajya Rani Express#16350 · Express
01:43 AMErnakulam Jn
56m9 stops
02:39 AMEttumanur
Chennai-Thiruvananthapuram Express#12697 · Superfast
02:18 AMErnakulam Jn
52m9 stops
03:10 AMEttumanur

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.

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Budget Estimate

road

13 km

1 hours

Approximately 13 km by road from Idukki to Kattappana, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

13 km

The nearest railway station to Kattappana is Bodinayakkanur railway station, about 39 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

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

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About 35 km by road

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About 50 km by road

Kattappana → Nilakkal

About 55 km by road

Kattappana → Ponkunnam

About 60 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Kattappana from Idukki?

About 13 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Kattappana?

Cochin International Airport (COK), about 90 km away.

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