Kottayam to Kadakkal
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kottayam, Kerala to Kadakkal, Kerala.
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 Kadakkal
124 km · ~2h 29m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kottayam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KadakkalKadakkal, 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: Kottayam to Kadakkal
124 km · ~2h 45m · 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 → Kadakkal
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~124 km
~2h 45m|Tentative fare ₹140–₹400
- Arrive in Kadakkal
Kadakkal, 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: Kottayam to Kadakkal
Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Akathumuri for Kadakkal.
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 Kadakkal: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kottayam to Kadakkal is about 124 km by road, roughly 2.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 124 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 ₹140 · AC Seater ₹220 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹200 · AC Sleeper ₹290 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹400
- Train: Sleeper ₹100 · Economy ₹150 · Third AC ₹200 · Second AC ₹280 · First AC ₹380
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Kadakkal guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kadakkal.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kottayam to Kadakkal. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
Hotels in Kadakkal
Treebo hotels in Varkala, about 23 km from Kadakkal. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
Treebo Majestic Retreat
Varkala
Things to Do in Kadakkal
Visit Kadakkal Devi Temple
Kadakkal Devi Temple is situated at Kollam District, Kerala, India. Kadakkal village is in the eastern part of Kollam District, Kerala.
Visit Kottukal cave Temple
Kottukkal Cave Temple, also known as Kaltrikkovil in Malayalam, is an existing example of rock cut architecture, built between 6th and 8th centuries CE. It is situated…
Visit Kilimarathukavu Temple
Kilimarathukavu Shiva Parvathy Temple is a Hindu temple located in Kadakkal Kollam district, Kerala, India. The temple deities include the cult images of 'Dharma…
Suggested Kadakkal Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kadakkal
- Travel from Kottayam to Kadakkal (about 2.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kadakkal Devi Temple
Day 2Explore Kadakkal
- Visit Kottukal cave Temple
- Visit Kilimarathukavu Temple
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Chadayamangalam
- Head back to Kottayam
Extend Your Trip
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Kadakkal → Thiruvananthapuram
About 50 km by road
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