Kottayam to Thrissur

Kottayam to Thrissur

Kottayam
Thrissur
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Kottayam to Thrissur, Train #16650 CC - AC Chair Class, Indian Railways, Mar 27, 2026
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Kottayam to Thrissur Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+2h 3m
$75.52
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
06:43
09:57
$1.78
Train
Indian Railways
2S - Second Sitting Class
08:24
11:04
$1.04
Train
Indian Railways
2S - Second Sitting Class
09:23
12:26
$1.04
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
09:40
12:35
$1.78
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
10:30
12:57
$3.93
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
13:50
16:47
$8.01
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
16:00
19:05
$12.95
Bus
Shri Abinesh Roadways
AC Sleeper
16:30
21:00
$19.38
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
16:50
20:12
$15.81
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
17:30
22:05
$26.72
Bus
Vee Vee Bus
AC Sleeper
18:00
22:07
$5.56
Bus
Blue Bird Travels
AC Seater
18:20
23:00
$7.79
Bus
Intercity Travels
AC Sleeper
18:55
19:20
$27.84
Bus
Archana Holidays
AC Semi Sleeper
19:15
23:55
$16.70
Bus
ACLS Navigator
AC Sleeper
19:35
23:45
$15.03
Bus
Diya Bus
AC Seater
19:55
23:15
$13.36
Bus
Diyabus
AC Seater
20:55
00:20
$17.27
Bus
A1 Travels
AC Semi Sleeper
21:30
01:00
$13.37
Bus
Deer Bus Llp
AC Semi Sleeper
22:30
01:20
$10.03

How to get from Kottayam to Thrissur

Travelling between Kottayam and Thrissur is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 36.15 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 20.83.

How long does it take to get from Kottayam to Thrissur?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 5 hours to travel between Kottayam and Thrissur depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Kottayam and Thrissur. Bus will bring you to your destination in 3h 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 16m to reach Thrissur.

How much does it cost to get from Kottayam to Thrissur?

Travelling between Kottayam and Thrissur can be as cheap as USD 20.83 if you opt for a Yathra Logistics bus and as expensive as USD 36.15 if you buy a Suraj Holidays Bus 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 Kottayam and Thrissur ?

  • 31 from Kottayam to Thrissur starting from 03:10 Kottayam until 23:55 Thrissur
  • 4 from Kottayam to Thrissur starting from 18:00 Kottayam until 19:35 Kottayam

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kottayam to Thrissur.

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

Bus

Travelling from Kottayam to Thrissur 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 Kottayam and Thrissur

Azul Transports, Kallada Travels, Suraj Holidays, Yathra Logistics

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 Kottayam to Thrissur?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 50% chosen taxi+Train
  • 50% took a train

Transportation from Kottayam to Thrissur

Facts about the transport from Kottayam to Thrissur

Cheapest Transport$2
Fastest Transport2h 20m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day35
Distance134 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAzul Transports, Indian Railways, Kallada Travels, Suraj Holidays, TravelODesk India, Yathra Logistics