Mapusa to Kottayam
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Mapusa, Goa to Kottayam, 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: Mapusa to Kottayam
948 km · ~19h 58m · About 19h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Mapusa
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
166 km · 3h 19m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 316Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 466Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
166 km · 3h 19m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 632Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 782Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Mapusa to Kottayam
948 km · ~21h 4m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mapusa
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mapusa. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mapusa → Kottayam
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~948 km
~21h 4m|Tentative fare ₹1,040–₹2,700
- Arrive in Kottayam
Kottayam, 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: Mapusa to Kottayam
Nearest railway stations: Thivim for Mapusa, Kottayam for Kottayam.
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
Mapusa to Kottayam: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Mapusa to Kottayam is about 948 km by road, roughly 19 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 948 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹10,530 · Sedan ₹12,420 · SUV ₹16,270 · Innova / MUV ₹18,210 · Tempo Traveller ₹21,160
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,040 · AC Seater ₹1,710 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,520 · AC Sleeper ₹2,180 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,700
- Train: Sleeper ₹600 · Economy ₹980 · Third AC ₹1,360 · Second AC ₹1,930 · First AC ₹2,680
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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