How to travel from Patna to Kozhikode, India

The distance between Patna and Kozhikode is around 1,981km (1,231 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 30m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Patna to Kozhikode by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Patna (PAT) to Calicut (CCJ).

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Flight time4h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹12,655($160)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Palakkad and then to Kozhikkode.

  • Duration1 day 23h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,355($17)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Ranchi Patel Chowk then take the train to Secunderabad then take the bus to Calicut.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,300($54)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kozhikode.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Distance2,333km (1,450 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Patna and Kozhikode

There are several options for getting from Patna to Kozhikode by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,355 ($17) and will take around 1 day 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹12,655 ($160).

The distance between Patna and Kozhikode is around 1,981km (1,231 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,875km (1,165 miles)

It takes around 5h 30m to get from Patna and Kozhikode by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Patna to Kozhikode is to fly which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx ₹12,655 ($160).

The cheapest way to travel between Patna and Kozhikode, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,355 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Patna and Kozhikode. It typically takes around 1 day 23h and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Patna to Kozhikode. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Palakkad. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 23h.

Indian Railways run train services between Patna and Kozhikode. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 1 day 23h, 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 Patna and Kozhikode. We recommend that you fly from Patna (PAT) to Calicut (CCJ). instead which will take 5h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Patna and Kozhikode. Flights depart from Patna (PAT) and arrive at Calicut (CCJ) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 4h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Patna to Kozhikode. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 5h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Patna to Kozhikode typically takes around 4h 55m. Flights depart from Patna (PAT) 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 Patna and Kozhikode. The distance is around 2,333km (1,450 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Patna to Kozhikode is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ₹12,655 ($160).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Patna and Kozhikode

Transport options from Patna to Kozhikode
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
5h 30m
₹12,655($160)
on demand2,832km (1,760 miles)
Plane and Train5h 50m
₹12,895($160)
hourly1,981km (1,231 miles)
Fly to Coimbatore (CJB), Train7h 10m
₹8,435($105)
every 4 hours2,062km (1,281 miles)
Train
1 day 23h
₹1,355($17)
3 times a week2,759km (1,714 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 22h
₹4,300($54)
once a week2,620km (1,628 miles)
Drive
1 day 8h
₹21,965($275)
on demand2,333km (1,450 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