Kottayam to Kozhikode
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kottayam, Kerala to Kozhikode, 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 Kozhikode
262 km · ~5h 34m · About 5h 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.
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 Kozhikode
262 km · ~5h 49m · 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 → Kozhikode
AC Seater / Volvo · ~262 km
~5h 49m|Tentative fare ₹290–₹780
Usual tea / meal halts: Guruvayoor (~170 km)
- Arrive in Kozhikode
Kozhikode, 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 Kozhikode
Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Kozhikode for Kozhikode.
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 Kozhikode: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kottayam to Kozhikode is about 262 km by road, roughly 5.2 hours of travel time. The road passes near Kochi and Thrissur.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 262 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,980 · Sedan ₹3,510 · SUV ₹4,600 · Innova / MUV ₹5,180 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,060
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹290 · AC Seater ₹470 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹420 · AC Sleeper ₹600 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹780
- Train: Sleeper ₹190 · Economy ₹290 · Third AC ₹400 · Second AC ₹550 · First AC ₹760
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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