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Kannur to Payyanur

The distance from Kannur to Payyanur is about 40 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

40 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₹40
AC Seater₹70
Non-AC Sleeper₹60
AC Sleeper₹90
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹160
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Train
Sleeper₹50
Economy₹70
Third AC₹90
Second AC₹110
First AC₹140
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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 Kannur to Payyanur is about 40 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).

Route Map

By Car: Kannur to Payyanur

40 km · ~48m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Kannur

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

  2. 40 km · 48m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Payyanur

    Payyanur, 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 Payyanur

40 km · ~53m · 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 → Payyanur

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~40 km

    ~53m|Tentative fare ₹40–₹160

  3. Arrive in Payyanur

    Payyanur, 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 Payyanur

Nearest railway stations: Kannur for Kannur, Payyanur for Payyanur.

Direct trains

ERNAKULAM - MUM LTT AC Duronto#12224 · Duronto
01:12 AMKannur
26m7 stops
01:38 AMPayyanur
ERNAKULAM - OKHA Exp#16338 · Express
02:10 AMKannur
28m7 stops
02:38 AMPayyanur
NAGERCOIL - GANDHIDHAM Weekly Exp#16336 · Express
02:10 AMKannur
28m7 stops
02:38 AMPayyanur
TRIVANDRUM - VERAVAL Exp#16334 · Express
02:10 AMKannur
28m7 stops
02:38 AMPayyanur
Tiruchirappalli Mangalore Weekly Superfast Express#12653 · Superfast
03:10 AMKannur
25m7 stops
03:35 AMPayyanur

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.

Hotels in Payyanur

Treebo hotels in Kannur, about 32 km from Payyanur. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.

Treebo Sadhoo Heritage

Kannur

Treebo Mr Motel

Kannur

Things to Do in Payyanur

Poorakkali

Poorakkali is worth a visit while in Payyanur.

Island Walk

Silent island of the local elites

Photography tour by train

Slow trains are called Passenger Trains in India. They are very cheap and punctual.

Trekking @ Chandera

Take a slow train ("Passenger Trains") from Payyanur railway station to Chandera railway station. This is a very rural railway station without any road access.

Watch Theyyam Dance

Look for select temples during the right season

Visit ancienat family houses

Visit ancienat family houses is worth a visit while in Payyanur.

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Suggested Payyanur Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Payyanur

  • Travel from Kannur to Payyanur (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Sree Chakrapani Temple

Day 2Explore Payyanur

  • Visit Karivellur Mahadeva Temple
  • Visit Trikaripur Seaside Village
  • Visit Kandankali

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Ramanthali
  • Head back to Kannur
Suggested from Payyanur's top sights.

Travel Tips

You can also reach Payyanur by bus from big cities like Bangalore, Mangalore, Kochi, Trivandrum and Kannur.

Budget Estimate

road

40 km

1 hours

Approximately 40 km by road from Kannur to Payyanur, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

40 km

The nearest railway station to Payyanur is Payyanur railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

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

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About 55 km by road

Payyanur → Kasaragod

About 65 km by road

Payyanur → Thalassery

About 65 km by road

Payyanur → Coorg

About 95 km by road

Plan My Trip: Kannur to Payyanur

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Payyanur from Kannur?

About 40 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Payyanur?

Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 44 km away.

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