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Palakkad to Bangalore

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Palakkad, Kerala to Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh.

343 kmDistance
6.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹11,921
Ertiga₹15,162
Innova₹15,810
Innova Crysta₹19,501
Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,831

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹380
AC Seater₹620
Non-AC Sleeper₹550
AC Sleeper₹790
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹1,010
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Train
Sleeper₹240
Economy₹370
Third AC₹510
Second AC₹720
First AC₹990
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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: Palakkad to Bangalore

343 km · ~7h 12m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Palakkad

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

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near BR Hills

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

  3. 193 km · 3h 52m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Bangalore

    Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh

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 Bangalore

343 km · ~7h 37m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. 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.

  2. Palakkad → Bangalore

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~343 km

    ~7h 37m|Tentative fare ₹380–₹1,010

    Usual tea / meal halts: BR Hills (~170 km)

  3. Arrive in Bangalore

    Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh

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 Bangalore

Nearest railway stations: Palakkad for Palakkad, Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore.

Direct trains

Kochuveli-Yesvantpur Garib Rath#12258 · Garib Rath
12:20 AMPalakkad
7h 49m47 stops
08:09 AMBaiyyappanahali
Ernakulam-BangaloreCity Intercity Express#12678 · Superfast
11:45 AMPalakkad
7h 35m49 stops
07:20 PMBangalore Cant
ERNAKULAM - BANGALORE SF Exp#12683 · Superfast
07:55 PMPalakkad
7h 50m64 stops
03:45 AM+1dBangalore Cant
ERNAKULAM - BANGALORE Weekly SF Exp#22607 · Superfast
07:55 PMPalakkad
7h 50m64 stops
03:45 AM+1dBangalore Cant
Kannur - Yeshvantpur Express#16528 · Express
10:30 PMPalakkad
7h 32m43 stops
06:02 AM+1dBaiyyappanahali

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.

Palakkad to Bangalore: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Palakkad to Bangalore is about 343 km by road, roughly 6.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 343 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,921 · Ertiga ₹15,162 · Innova ₹15,810 · Innova Crysta ₹19,501 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,831
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹380 · AC Seater ₹620 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹550 · AC Sleeper ₹790 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,010
  • Train: Sleeper ₹240 · Economy ₹370 · Third AC ₹510 · Second AC ₹720 · First AC ₹990

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 Bangalore.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Coonoor85 km from Palakkad

    Tamil Nadu

  2. BR Hills185 km from Palakkad

    Karnataka

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Things to Do in Bangalore

Cinemax

Cinemax is worth a visit while in Bangalore.

Cinepolis

Cinepolis is worth a visit while in Bangalore.

Gopalan Cinemas

Gopalan Mall, Mysore Road; Gopalan Mall, Near Jayadeva Hospital, Bannerghatta Road ; Gopalan Mal;, Old Madras Road, Near Baiyappanhalli Metro Station

Inox theatre

Inox theatre is worth a visit while in Bangalore.

PVR Cinemas

PVR Cinemas is worth a visit while in Bangalore.

Bangalore Film Society

A club membership (around ₹500/year) is typically required for entrance. Foreign film series and cultural events.

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Suggested Bangalore Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Bangalore

  • Travel from Palakkad to Bangalore (about 6.9 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Church Street

Day 2Explore Bangalore

  • Visit Hudson Memorial Church
  • Visit St. Andrew's Church
  • Visit Rice Memorial Church

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Dharmambudhi Lake
  • Head back to Palakkad
Suggested from Bangalore's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Bangalore trip and see the full Palakkad → Bangalore → next stop route.

Bangalore → Tumakuru

About 85 km by road

Bangalore → Hogenakkal

About 125 km by road

Bangalore → BR Hills

About 155 km by road

Bangalore → Yelagiri

About 160 km by road

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