Vellore to Thrissur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Vellore, Tamil Nadu to Thrissur, Kerala.
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: Vellore to Thrissur
538 km · ~11h 26m · About 11h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Vellore
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.
119 km · 2h 23m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 269Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 419Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Vellore to Thrissur
538 km · ~11h 57m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Vellore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Vellore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Vellore → Thrissur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~538 km
~11h 57m|Tentative fare ₹590–₹1,560
- Arrive in Thrissur
Thrissur, 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: Vellore to Thrissur
Nearest railway stations: Katpadi Jn for Vellore, Punkunnam for Thrissur.
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
Vellore to Thrissur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Vellore to Thrissur is about 538 km by road, roughly 10.8 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 538 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹6,020 · Sedan ₹7,090 · SUV ₹9,300 · Innova / MUV ₹10,420 · Tempo Traveller ₹12,140
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹590 · AC Seater ₹970 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹860 · AC Sleeper ₹1,240 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,560
- Train: Sleeper ₹350 · Economy ₹570 · Third AC ₹780 · Second AC ₹1,110 · First AC ₹1,540
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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