Kottayam to Punalur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kottayam, Kerala to Punalur, 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 Punalur
101 km · ~2h 1m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kottayam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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 Punalur
101 km · ~2h 15m · 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 → Punalur
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~101 km
~2h 15m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹330
- Arrive in Punalur
Punalur, 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 Punalur
Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Punalur for Punalur.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 4h 37m in total
Change trains at Kollam Jn — about 1h 10m wait
1 change · 5h in total
Change trains at Kollam Jn — about 1h 25m wait
1 change · 5h in total
Change trains at Kollam Jn — about 1h 25m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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 Punalur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kottayam to Punalur is about 101 km by road, roughly 2 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 101 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹1,210 · Sedan ₹1,410 · SUV ₹1,870 · Innova / MUV ₹2,120 · Tempo Traveller ₹2,520
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹110 · AC Seater ₹180 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹160 · AC Sleeper ₹230 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹330
- Train: Sleeper ₹90 · Economy ₹130 · Third AC ₹170 · Second AC ₹230 · First AC ₹310
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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