How to travel from Alappuzha to Kozhikode, India

The distance between Alappuzha and Kozhikode is around 225km (140 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 3h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Alappuzha to Kozhikode by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KozhikodeAlappuzha if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Kozhikkode.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹160($2)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus

Take the bus to Kozhikode.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹320($4)
Operated by

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Kozhikode.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,970($75)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Kozhikode.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Distance225km (140 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Alappuzha and Kozhikode

There are several options for getting from Alappuzha to Kozhikode by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹160 ($2) and will take around 4h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹5,970 ($75).

The distance between Alappuzha and Kozhikode is around 225km (140 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 206km (128 miles)

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Alappuzha and Kozhikode by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Alappuzha to Kozhikode is to take a taxi which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx ₹5,970 ($75).

The cheapest way to travel between Alappuzha and Kozhikode, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹160 ($2) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Alappuzha and Kozhikode. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Alappuzha and Kozhikode with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 4h 40m.

Indian Railways run train services between Alappuzha and Kozhikode. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 4h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Alappuzha and Kozhikode. It typically takes around 5h 30m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Alappuzha and Kozhikode with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 5h 30m.

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation run regular bus services between Alappuzha and Kozhikode. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 5h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Alappuzha to Kozhikode. We recommend that you take the train to Kozhikkode. instead which will take 4h 40m.

The closest major airport to Kozhikode is Calicut International Airport (CCJ) (CCJ) which is approximately 22km (14 miles) from Kozhikode. Kannur International Airport (CNN) (CNN) and Cochin International Airport (COK) (COK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Alappuzha and Kozhikode. The distance is around 225km (140 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Alappuzha to Kozhikode is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around ₹160 ($2).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Alappuzha and Kozhikode

Transport options from Alappuzha to Kozhikode
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 40m
₹160($2)
every 4 hours253km (157 miles)
Bus
5h 30m
₹320($4)
every 4 hours254km (158 miles)
Taxi
3h 30m
₹5,970($75)
on demand225km (140 miles)
Drive
3h 30m
₹2,150($27)
on demand225km (140 miles)

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Airports near Kozhikode

The following major airports near Kozhikode offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

CCJ
Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
International Airport
Distance
22km (14 miles) from Kozhikode
CNN
Kannur International Airport (CNN)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Kozhikode
COK
Cochin International Airport (COK)
International Airport
Distance
139km (86 miles) from Kozhikode