Kannur to Vatakara
The distance from Kannur to Vatakara is about 53 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Vatakara is accessible by bus from Kozhikode and Kannur. There's a major railway station
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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 Vatakara is about 53 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Vatakara is accessible by bus from Kozhikode and Kannur. There's a major railway station at Vatakara.
Route Map
By Car: Kannur to Vatakara
53 km · ~1h 4m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kannur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
53 km · 1h 4m drive from previous stop
Arrive in VatakaraVatakara, 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 Vatakara
53 km · ~1h 11m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- 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.
- Kannur → Vatakara
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~53 km
~1h 11m|Tentative fare ₹60–₹200
- Arrive in Vatakara
Vatakara, 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 Vatakara
Nearest railway stations: Kannur for Kannur, Iringal for Vatakara.
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.
Hotels in Vatakara
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Things to Do in Vatakara
Basel Evangelical Church
Basel Evangelical Church is worth a visit while in Vatakara.
Chennamangalam Temple
Famous for the Dhwaja Prathishta
Lokanarkavu Temple
Rock-cut caves, murals and carvings. Very famous temple in Malabar side, associated with the famous Kerala Ballards (Vakkum Pattu) and with the heroic deeds of the…
Payam Kuttimala Temple
Scenic hill top ideal to watch the sunset.
Peruvannamuzhi Gardens
The dam site is open for visitors from 8:30AM to 5:00PM.
Sandbanks Bungalow
Sandbanks Bungalow is worth a visit while in Vatakara.
Suggested Vatakara Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Vatakara
- Travel from Kannur to Vatakara (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Lokanarkavu Temple
Day 2Explore Vatakara
- Visit Chennamangalam Temple
- Visit Akalapuzha Lake
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Sargaalaya Kerala Arts & Crafts Village
- Head back to Kannur
Budget Estimate
road
53 km
1 hours
Approximately 53 km by road from Kannur to Vatakara, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
53 km
The nearest railway station to Vatakara is Iringal railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
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Vatakara → Muzhappilangad
About 40 km by road
Vatakara → Kunnamangalam
About 55 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 53 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 39 km away.
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