Palakkad to Alathur
The distance from Palakkad to Alathur is about 23 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Alathur is 24 km from Palakkad.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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.
Overview
The distance from Palakkad to Alathur is about 23 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Alathur is 24 km from Palakkad.
Route Map
By Car: Palakkad to Alathur
23 km · ~28m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Palakkad
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
23 km · 28m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AlathurAlathur, 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: Palakkad to Alathur
23 km · ~31m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Palakkad
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Palakkad. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Palakkad → Alathur
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~23 km
~31m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹110
- Arrive in Alathur
Alathur, 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: Palakkad to Alathur
Nearest railway stations: Palakkad for Palakkad, Mankarai for Alathur.
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.
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Things to Do in Alathur
Krishna Temple
Krishna Temple is worth a visit while in Alathur.
Puthiyangam Bhagavathy Temple
Puthiyangam Bhagavathy Temple is worth a visit while in Alathur.
Puthukulangara Bhagavathy Temple
Majestisc structure on the highway.
Shri Rama Temple
The temple entrance is on the western side of the compound because you have to see the Lakshamana temple first before being permitted to enter the Rama temple on the…
Veezhumala Hill
The legend from the Ramayana is that when Hanuman went to take mrithasanjivani a small part from the hill he was carrying fell down which became the Veezhumalla (Fallen…
Vezhumala Mountain
This mountain is mentioned in the Ramayana epic.
Suggested Alathur Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Alathur
- Travel from Palakkad to Alathur (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Mangottu Bhagavathi Temple
Day 2Explore Alathur
- Visit Mangalam Dam
- Visit Anjumoorthy Temple
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Nenmara
- Head back to Palakkad
Budget Estimate
road
23 km
1 hours
Approximately 23 km by road from Palakkad to Alathur, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
23 km
The nearest railway station to Alathur is Mankara railway station, about 14 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Alathur trip and see the full Palakkad → Alathur → next stop route.
Alathur → Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
About 45 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 23 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Cochin International Airport (COK), about 57 km away.
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