Kottayam to Kannur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kottayam, Kerala to Kannur, 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: Kottayam to Kannur
368 km · ~8h 2m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kottayam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near GuruvayoorAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near KoyilandyAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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 Kannur
368 km · ~8h 11m · 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 → Kannur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~368 km
~8h 11m|Tentative fare ₹400–₹1,080
Usual tea / meal halts: Guruvayoor (~170 km)
- Arrive in Kannur
Kannur, 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 Kannur
Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Kannur for Kannur.
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
Kottayam to Kannur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kottayam to Kannur is about 368 km by road, roughly 7.4 hours of travel time. The road passes near Thrissur and Kozhikode.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 368 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,150 · Sedan ₹4,880 · SUV ₹6,410 · Innova / MUV ₹7,190 · Tempo Traveller ₹8,400
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹400 · AC Seater ₹660 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹590 · AC Sleeper ₹850 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,080
- Train: Sleeper ₹250 · Economy ₹400 · Third AC ₹550 · Second AC ₹770 · First AC ₹1,060
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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