Kottayam to Bangalore
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kottayam, Kerala to Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh.
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.
Route Map
By Car: Kottayam to Bangalore
513 km · ~10h 56m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Kottayam
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.
107 km · 2h 8m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 257Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 407Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
107 km · 2h 8m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BangaloreBangalore, Andhra Pradesh
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: Kottayam to Bangalore
513 km · ~11h 24m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kottayam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kottayam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kottayam → Bangalore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~513 km
~11h 24m|Tentative fare ₹560–₹1,490
- Arrive in Bangalore
Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kottayam to Bangalore
Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore.
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.
Kottayam to Bangalore: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kottayam to Bangalore is about 513 km by road, roughly 10.3 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 513 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹17,833 · Ertiga ₹22,681 · Innova ₹23,650 · Innova Crysta ₹29,173 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹40,133
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹560 · AC Seater ₹920 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹820 · AC Sleeper ₹1,180 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,490
- Train: Sleeper ₹340 · Economy ₹540 · Third AC ₹750 · Second AC ₹1,060 · First AC ₹1,470
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 Bangalore.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kottayam to Bangalore. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Thodupuzha50 km from Kottayam
Kerala
- Thattekad80 km from Kottayam
Kerala
- Koduvayur155 km from Kottayam
Kerala
- Coimbatore215 km from Kottayam
Tamil Nadu
Hotels in Bangalore
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Things to Do in Bangalore
Cinemax
Cinemax is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
Cinepolis
Cinepolis is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
Gopalan Cinemas
Gopalan Mall, Mysore Road; Gopalan Mall, Near Jayadeva Hospital, Bannerghatta Road ; Gopalan Mal;, Old Madras Road, Near Baiyappanhalli Metro Station
Inox theatre
Inox theatre is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
PVR Cinemas
PVR Cinemas is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
Bangalore Film Society
A club membership (around ₹500/year) is typically required for entrance. Foreign film series and cultural events.
Suggested Bangalore Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Bangalore
- Travel from Kottayam to Bangalore (about 10.3 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Church Street
Day 2Explore Bangalore
- Visit Hudson Memorial Church
- Visit St. Andrew's Church
- Visit Rice Memorial Church
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Dharmambudhi Lake
- Head back to Kottayam
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Bangalore trip and see the full Kottayam → Bangalore → next stop route.
Bangalore → Hogenakkal
About 125 km by road
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