Thrissur to Papikonda National Park
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Thrissur, Kerala to Papikonda National Park, Andhra Pradesh.
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: Thrissur to Papikonda National Park
1235 km · ~26h 42m · About 25h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Thrissur
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.
112 km · 2h 14m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 412Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 562Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 712Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
112 km · 2h 14m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 823Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 973Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1123Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
112 km · 2h 14m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Papikonda National ParkPapikonda National Park, 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: Thrissur to Papikonda National Park
1235 km · ~27h 28m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- 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.
- Thrissur → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~618 km
~13h 44m|Tentative fare ₹680–₹1,780
- Change buses at a major city (around km 618)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Papikonda National Park. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Papikonda National Park
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~618 km
~13h 44m|Tentative fare ₹680–₹1,780
- Arrive in Papikonda National Park
Papikonda National Park, 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: Thrissur to Papikonda National Park
Nearest railway stations: Punkunnam for Thrissur, Kovvur (about 29 km away) for Papikonda National Park.
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
Thrissur to Papikonda National Park: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Thrissur to Papikonda National Park is about 1235 km by road, roughly 24.7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1235 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹13,690 · Sedan ₹16,160 · SUV ₹21,150 · Innova / MUV ₹23,670 · Tempo Traveller ₹27,470
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,360 · AC Seater ₹2,220 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,980 · AC Sleeper ₹2,840 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,510
- Train: Sleeper ₹770 · Economy ₹1,270 · Third AC ₹1,760 · Second AC ₹2,500 · First AC ₹3,490
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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