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Malappuram to Kasaragod

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Malappuram, Kerala to Kasaragod, Kerala.

260 kmDistance
5.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹11,710
Ertiga₹14,860
Innova₹15,490
Innova Crysta₹19,140
Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,200

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹290
AC Seater₹470
Non-AC Sleeper₹420
AC Sleeper₹600
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹780
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Train
Sleeper₹190
Economy₹290
Third AC₹390
Second AC₹550
First AC₹760
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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: Malappuram to Kasaragod

260 km · ~5h 32m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Malappuram

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Kannur

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 110 km · 2h 12m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Kasaragod

    Kasaragod, 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: Malappuram to Kasaragod

260 km · ~5h 47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Malappuram

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Malappuram. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Malappuram → Kasaragod

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~260 km

    ~5h 47m|Tentative fare ₹290–₹780

    Usual tea / meal halts: Taliparamba (~170 km)

  3. Arrive in Kasaragod

    Kasaragod, 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: Malappuram to Kasaragod

Nearest railway stations: Tirunnavaya for Malappuram, Kasaragod for Kasaragod.

Direct trains

Tiruchirappalli Mangalore Weekly Superfast Express#12653 · Superfast
12:58 AMParpanangadi
3h 16m42 stops
04:14 AMKasaragod
TRIVANDRUM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Rajdhani Exp#12431 · Rajdhani
01:45 AMParpanangadi
3h 16m40 stops
05:01 AMKasaragod
ERNAKULAM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Duronto Exp#12283 · Duronto
02:02 AMParpanangadi
3h 2m40 stops
05:04 AMKasaragod
ERNAKULAM - PUNE Poorna Exp#11098 · Express
02:56 AMVallikunnu
3h 23m39 stops
06:19 AMKasaragod
Palghat Mangalore Intercity#22610 · Express
09:13 AMParpanangadi
3h 21m42 stops
12:34 PMKasaragod

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.

Malappuram to Kasaragod: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Malappuram to Kasaragod is about 260 km by road, roughly 5.2 hours of travel time. The road passes near Kannur.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 260 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
  • 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 ₹390 · 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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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kasaragod.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Malappuram to Kasaragod. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Feroke35 km from Malappuram
  2. Vatakara100 km from Malappuram
  3. Thalassery130 km from Malappuram
  4. Taliparamba175 km from Malappuram
  5. Kanhangad230 km from Malappuram

Hotels in Kasaragod

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Things to Do in Kasaragod

Madhur Temple walk

Start from Karandakkatt junction near the new bus station. Turn east on Madhur road.

Paravanadukkam Walk

Start from Press Club junction. Proceed to Kanhangad road, cross the Chandragiri river on the bridge and turn left after the Maruthi car showroom to Chemnad road.

Rajayoga @ Brahmakumaris

Free Sattvic food, lecture sessions, very tastefully furnished meditation halls.

Riverside walk @ Pulikunnu

If you are looking for a short riverside walk inside the city, start down the hill from Muncipal Town Hall near the Government Guest House. Take the road on the right…

Trekking @ Sullia Road

Beautiful views of the valley in lush green surroundings. Another added attraction is that this road is undiscovered by tourists.

Village Tour

Take a bus from Kumbla to Badiadukka. Many scenic villages on the way.

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Suggested Kasaragod Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kasaragod

  • Travel from Malappuram to Kasaragod (about 5.2 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Chandragiri Fort

Day 2Explore Kasaragod

  • Visit Bekal Fort
  • Visit Ananthapura Lake Temple
  • Visit Valiyaparamba Backwaters

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Madhur Temple
  • Head back to Malappuram
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