Trivandrum to Palakkad

Trivandrum to Palakkad

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$7
 
 
$204

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Trivandrum to Palakkad Schedule

Trivandrum to Palakkad Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any time₹ 16,793
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 06:45 - 14:07₹ 1,320
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 10:40 - 18:27₹ 1,050
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 12:30 - 19:12₹ 538
Suraj Holidays AC Sleeper 16:15 - 01:00₹ 2,482
JaiSai Roadlinks AC Seater 19:55 - 03:05₹ 1,213
Green Line Express Non-AC Seater 21:45 - 05:00₹ 751
Kerala Lines AC Sleeper 22:30 - 04:55₹ 1,271

Transportation from Trivandrum to Palakkad

Facts about the transport from Trivandrum to Palakkad

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport4h 10m
Earliest Departure6:45 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day15
Distance209 kilometers
Transport CompaniesA1 Travels, Blue Bird Travels, Green Line Express, Indian Railways, JaiSai Roadlinks, Kallada Travels, Kerala Lines, Surya Connect, TravelODesk India

How to get from Trivandrum to Palakkad

Travelling between Trivandrum and Palakkad is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 203.64 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 6.09.

How long does it take to get from Trivandrum to Palakkad?

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 9 hours to travel between Trivandrum and Palakkad depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Trivandrum and Palakkad. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 4h 10m. Train does a much slower job and take about 8h 37m to reach Palakkad.

How much does it cost to get from Trivandrum to Palakkad?

Travelling between Trivandrum and Palakkad can be as cheap as USD 6.09 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 203.64 if you buy a TravelODesk India taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Trivandrum and Palakkad ?

  • 14 from Trivandrum to Palakkad starting from 06:45 Trivandrum Central until 12:40 Trivandrum Central
  • 1 from Trivandrum to Palakkad starting from 00:00 Trivandrum Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Trivandrum Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Trivandrum to Palakkad.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Trivandrum to Palakkad overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Trivandrum and Palakkad

A1 Travels, Blue Bird Travels, Green Line Express, JaiSai Roadlinks, Kallada Travels, Kerala Lines, Surya Connect

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Trivandrum and Palakkad

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Trivandrum to Palakkad?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 67% took a train
  • 33% opted for a bus