How to travel from Rishikesh to Kozhikode, India

The distance between Rishikesh and Kozhikode is around 2,302km (1,431 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Rishikesh 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 KozhikodeRishikesh if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Calicut (CCJ).

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹15,680($195)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Kozhikkode.

  • Duration1 day 21h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,195($15)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kozhikode.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Distance2,609km (1,621 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rishikesh and Kozhikode

There are several options for getting from Rishikesh to Kozhikode by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,195 ($15) and will take around 1 day 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹15,680 ($195).

The distance between Rishikesh and Kozhikode is around 2,302km (1,431 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,114km (1,313 miles)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Rishikesh and Kozhikode by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 12h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rishikesh to Kozhikode is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx ₹15,680 ($195).

The cheapest way to travel between Rishikesh and Kozhikode, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,195 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rishikesh and Kozhikode. It typically takes around 1 day 21h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Rishikesh and Kozhikode with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 21h.

Indian Railways run train services between Rishikesh and Kozhikode. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 21h, 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 Rishikesh and Kozhikode. We recommend that you fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Calicut (CCJ). instead which will take 4h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Rishikesh and Kozhikode. Flights depart from Dehra Dun (DED) and arrive at Calicut (CCJ) - via Mumbai (BOM). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Rishikesh to Kozhikode. There is however a flight that goes via Mumbai (BOM). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Rishikesh to Kozhikode typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Dehra Dun (DED) 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 Rishikesh and Kozhikode. The distance is around 2,609km (1,621 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 12h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rishikesh to Kozhikode is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around ₹15,680 ($195).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Rishikesh and Kozhikode

Transport options from Rishikesh to Kozhikode
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 45m
₹15,680($195)
on demand2,336km (1,452 miles)
Plane and Train6h 10m
₹19,100($240)
hourly2,302km (1,431 miles)
Fly to Coimbatore (CJB), Train7h 30m
₹12,655($160)
every 4 hours2,357km (1,465 miles)
Train
1 day 21h
₹1,195($15)
once a week2,709km (1,683 miles)
Drive
1 day 12h
₹24,510($310)
on demand2,609km (1,621 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