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Thrissur to Aluva

The distance from Thrissur to Aluva is about 60 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Aluva is well connected by air, road and rail from all parts of the country

60 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹70
AC Seater₹110
Non-AC Sleeper₹100
AC Sleeper₹140
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹220
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Train
Sleeper₹70
Economy₹90
Third AC₹110
Second AC₹150
First AC₹200
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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.

Overview

The distance from Thrissur to Aluva is about 60 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Aluva is well connected by air, road and rail from all parts of the country

Route Map

By Car: Thrissur to Aluva

60 km · ~1h 12m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Thrissur

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

  2. 60 km · 1h 12m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Aluva

    Aluva, 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: Thrissur to Aluva

60 km · ~1h 20m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Thrissur

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

  2. Thrissur → Aluva

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~60 km

    ~1h 20m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹220

  3. Arrive in Aluva

    Aluva, 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: Thrissur to Aluva

Nearest railway stations: Punkunnam for Thrissur, Aluva for Aluva.

Direct trains

Amrita Express#16344 · Express
12:05 AMThrisur
50m11 stops
12:55 AMAluva
Nilambur Road Trivandrum Rajya Rani Express#16350 · Express
12:05 AMThrisur
50m11 stops
12:55 AMAluva
Maveli Express#16603 · Express
12:55 AMThrisur
55m11 stops
01:50 AMAluva
DIBRUGARH - KANNIYAKUMARI Vivek Exp#15906 · Express
01:05 AMThrisur
55m11 stops
02:00 AMAluva
Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special#06001 · Superfast
01:05 AMThrisur
55m11 stops
02:00 AMAluva

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 Aluva

CIAL Golf Course and Country Club

A golf course managed by the Airport themselves. Not very amateur friendly but seasoned players can enjoy the place.

Aluva Palace

Once the summer palace of Travancore Royal family, today it's one of the largest archeological palaces in Kerala. Built in English-Travancore style, the palace offers…

Marthanada Varma Bridge

The Marthanada Varma Bridge is considered as icon of the town. Though nothing special about this bridge, this bridge was the first bridge laid across the mighty Periyar.

Shiva Temple

The Shiva temple of Aluva is one of the most famous Shiva temples in south India. Legend says, the idol (Lingam) has risen out of the sand of the river bank, naturally.

Uliyanoor Temple

Uliyanoor Temple is a historical Temple believed to have been built By Perunthachan

Visit Sree Vasudevapuram Mahavishnu Temple

Sree Vasudevapuram Mahavishnu Temple is an Indian temple located about 9 Kilometers westward of Cochin International Airport in Kunnukara panchayath in the suburbs of…

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Suggested Aluva Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Aluva

  • Travel from Thrissur to Aluva (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Marthanda Varma Bridge

Day 2Explore Aluva

  • Visit Aluva Mahadeva Temple
  • Visit Mangalapuzha bridge
  • Visit Kurumbakkavu Bhagavathy Temple Edathala

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Thirumoozhikkulam Lakshmana Perumal Temple
  • Head back to Thrissur
Suggested from Aluva's top sights.

Travel Tips

Regular private and KSRTC buses connect this town from all parts of Kerala.
Privately operated Inter-state buses to Bangalore, Chennai, Mysore, Mumbai etc. do have stops in various points of Aluva town.

Budget Estimate

road

60 km

1 hours

Approximately 60 km by road from Thrissur to Aluva, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

60 km

The nearest railway station to Aluva is Aluva Railway Station, about 1 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

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

Aluva → Maradu

About 35 km by road

Aluva → Aroor

About 35 km by road

Aluva → Kerala Backwaters

About 35 km by road

Aluva → Muvattupuzha

About 35 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Aluva from Thrissur?

About 60 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Aluva?

Cochin International Airport (COK), about 7 km away.

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