How to travel from Indore to Kozhikode, India

The distance between Indore and Kozhikode is around 1,409km (876 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 30m.

4 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Indore (IDR) to Calicut (CCJ).

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹10,905($135)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Kozhikkode.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹875($11)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kozhikode.

  • Duration22h 25m
  • Distance1,546km (961 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Indore and Kozhikode

There are several options for getting from Indore to Kozhikode by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹875 ($11) and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,905 ($135).

The distance between Indore and Kozhikode is around 1,409km (876 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,276km (793 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Indore and Kozhikode by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 22h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Indore to Kozhikode is to fly which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx ₹10,905 ($135).

The cheapest way to travel between Indore and Kozhikode, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹875 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Indore and Kozhikode. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Indore and Kozhikode with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Indore and Kozhikode. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 8h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Indore and Kozhikode. We recommend that you fly from Indore (IDR) to Calicut (CCJ). instead which will take 3h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Indore and Kozhikode. Flights depart from Indore (IDR) and arrive at Calicut (CCJ) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Indore to Kozhikode. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 3h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Indore to Kozhikode typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Indore (IDR) and and arrive into Calicut (CCJ).

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 Indore and Kozhikode. The distance is around 1,546km (961 miles) by road and it will take around 22h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Indore to Kozhikode is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around ₹10,905 ($135).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Indore and Kozhikode

Transport options from Indore to Kozhikode
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 30m
₹10,905($135)
every 20 mins1,409km (876 miles)
Plane and Train5hrs
₹14,325($180)
hourly1,478km (918 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹875($11)
once a week1,886km (1,172 miles)
Drive
22h 25m
₹14,565($185)
on demand1,546km (961 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