Mapusa to Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Mapusa, Goa to Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, 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 Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
856 km · ~18h 27m · About 17h of driving split over 2 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.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
128 km · 2h 34m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 428Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 578Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 728Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
128 km · 2h 34m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Parambikulam Wildlife SanctuaryParambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, 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: Mapusa to Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
856 km · ~19h 1m · 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 → Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~856 km
~19h 1m|Tentative fare ₹940–₹2,450
- Arrive in Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, 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 Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
Nearest railway stations: Thivim for Mapusa, Karukkutty (about 41 km away) for Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary.
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 Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Mapusa to Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is about 856 km by road, roughly 17.1 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 856 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹9,520 · Sedan ₹11,230 · SUV ₹14,700 · Innova / MUV ₹16,460 · Tempo Traveller ₹19,130
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹940 · AC Seater ₹1,540 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,370 · AC Sleeper ₹1,970 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,450
- Train: Sleeper ₹540 · Economy ₹890 · Third AC ₹1,230 · Second AC ₹1,740 · First AC ₹2,430
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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