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Kannur to Kalpetta

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

107 kmDistance
2.1 hrsDrive time

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₹120
AC Seater₹190
Non-AC Sleeper₹170
AC Sleeper₹250
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹350
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Train
Sleeper₹90
Economy₹140
Third AC₹180
Second AC₹240
First AC₹330
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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: Kannur to Kalpetta

107 km · ~2h 8m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Kannur

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

  2. 107 km · 2h 8m 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: Kannur to Kalpetta

107 km · ~2h 23m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Kannur

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

  2. Kannur → Kalpetta

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~107 km

    ~2h 23m|Tentative fare ₹120–₹350

  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: Kannur to Kalpetta

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

Direct trains

NEW DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - ERNAKULAM Mangala Lakshadweep Exp#12618 · Superfast
03:20 AMKannur
1h 1m14 stops
04:21 AMQuilandi
Executive Express#16308 · Express
05:00 AMKannur
1h 1m14 stops
06:01 AMQuilandi
Executive Express#16314 · Express
05:00 AMKannur
1h 1m14 stops
06:01 AMQuilandi
AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
05:25 AMKannur
1h 5m14 stops
06:30 AMQuilandi
Parasuram Express#16649 · Express
07:10 AMKannur
1h 4m14 stops
08:14 AMQuilandi

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.

Kannur to Kalpetta: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Kannur to Kalpetta is about 107 km by road, roughly 2.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 107 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹120 · AC Seater ₹190 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹170 · AC Sleeper ₹250 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹350
  • Train: Sleeper ₹90 · Economy ₹140 · Third AC ₹180 · Second AC ₹240 · First AC ₹330

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

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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kalpetta.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Muzhappilangad15 km from Kannur

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 Kannur to Kalpetta (about 2.1 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 Kannur
Suggested from Kalpetta's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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

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