Kolar to Chinnar
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kolar, Karnataka to Chinnar, Kerala.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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: Kolar to Chinnar
490 km · ~10h 28m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Kolar
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
95 km · 1h 54m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 245Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 395Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Kolar to Chinnar
490 km · ~10h 53m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kolar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kolar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kolar → Chinnar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~490 km
~10h 53m|Tentative fare ₹540–₹1,420
- Arrive in Chinnar
Chinnar, 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: Kolar to Chinnar
Nearest railway stations: Bangarapet for Kolar, Ernakulam Jn (about 79 km away) for Chinnar.
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.
Transport Options
Kolar to Chinnar: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kolar to Chinnar is about 490 km by road, roughly 9.8 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 490 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹5,490 · Sedan ₹6,470 · SUV ₹8,480 · Innova / MUV ₹9,510 · Tempo Traveller ₹11,080
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹540 · AC Seater ₹880 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹780 · AC Sleeper ₹1,130 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,420
- Train: Sleeper ₹320 · Economy ₹520 · Third AC ₹720 · Second AC ₹1,010 · First AC ₹1,400
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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