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Thrissur to Ponnani

The distance from Thrissur to Ponnani is about 55 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Buses are available from Palakkad, Kozhikode and Thrissur. The nearest railway station

55 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₹60
AC Seater₹100
Non-AC Sleeper₹90
AC Sleeper₹130
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹200
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Train
Sleeper₹60
Economy₹90
Third AC₹110
Second AC₹140
First AC₹180
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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 Ponnani is about 55 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Buses are available from Palakkad, Kozhikode and Thrissur. The nearest railway station is at Tirur.

Route Map

By Car: Thrissur to Ponnani

55 km · ~1h 6m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Thrissur

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

  2. 55 km · 1h 6m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Ponnani

    Ponnani, 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 Ponnani

55 km · ~1h 13m · 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 → Ponnani

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~55 km

    ~1h 13m|Tentative fare ₹60–₹200

  3. Arrive in Ponnani

    Ponnani, 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 Ponnani

Nearest railway stations: Punkunnam for Thrissur, Tirunnavaya for Ponnani.

Direct trains

ERNAKULAM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Duronto Exp#12283 · Duronto
12:39 AMPunkunnam
1h 1m14 stops
01:40 AMTirunnavaya
ERNAKULAM - PUNE Poorna Exp#11098 · Express
12:54 AMPunkunnam
1h 28m14 stops
02:22 AMTirunnavaya
Ernakulam Kannur InterCity Express#16305 · Express
08:14 AMPunkunnam
1h 19m11 stops
09:33 AMKuttippuram
Eranad Express#16606 · Express
09:45 AMPunkunnam
1h 24m11 stops
11:09 AMKuttippuram
Trivandrum-Kozhikode Jan Shatabdi Express#12076 · Jan Shatabdi
10:37 AMPunkunnam
1h 14m12 stops
11:51 AMTirunnavaya

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.

Hotels in Ponnani

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Things to Do in Ponnani

Biyyam Kayal

Beautiful hanging brindge. Venue of annual boat race.

M.E.S. College

M.E.S. College is worth a visit while in Ponnani.

Ponnani Juma Masjidh

Built in 925 Hijra calendar. William Logan, the famous historian mentions this mosque in his Malabar Manuel.

Visit Bhayankavu Bhagavathi Temple

Bhayankavu Bhagavathi Temple is a very sacred Hindu Bhagavathi temple on the Alathiyoor Pallikadavu Road in Kavilakkad, Purathur, Tirur situated in Malappuram district,…

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Suggested Ponnani Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Ponnani

  • Travel from Thrissur to Ponnani (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Misri Masjid

Day 2Explore Ponnani

  • Visit Thrikkavu Temple
  • Visit Ponnani Juma Masjid

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Bhayankavu Bhagavathi Temple
  • Head back to Thrissur
Suggested from Ponnani's top sights.

Budget Estimate

road

55 km

1 hours

Approximately 55 km by road from Thrissur to Ponnani, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

55 km

The nearest railway station to Ponnani is Tirunnavaya railway station, about 15 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

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

Ponnani → Malappuram

About 45 km by road

Ponnani → Palappuram

About 50 km by road

Ponnani → Perinthalmanna

About 55 km by road

Ponnani → Feroke

About 60 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Ponnani from Thrissur?

About 55 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Ponnani?

Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 41 km away.

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