Group trips from Palakkad
Distances, drive times and indicative fares for family trips, yatras, society picnics and office outings from Palakkad. Pick a route for the full plan, or post your trip for exact quotes.
21 group trips start from Palakkad, from Nelliampathy (55 km) to Velankanni (423 km). A one-day round trip to Nelliampathy in a 17-seater is ₹6,800–8,400 (as of Oct 2026).
Pilgrimage
| Trip | Distance | Days | 17-seater | AC Coach 40–49 seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guruvayur | 95 km | 1 day | ₹6,800–8,400 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
| Palani | 113 km | 1 day | ₹6,800–8,400 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
| Sabarimala | 281 km | 2 days | ₹16,900–20,800 | ₹37,100–50,000 |
| Velankanni | 423 km | 3 days | ₹25,700–31,500 | ₹56,000–75,500 |
| Madurai | 223 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
Hill stations
| Trip | Distance | Days | 17-seater | AC Coach 40–49 seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valparai | 111 km | 1 day | ₹6,800–8,400 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
| Munnar | 162 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
| Ooty | 156 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
| Kodaikanal | 168 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
| Wayanad | 177 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
| Nelliampathy | 55 km | 1 day | ₹6,800–8,400 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
| Coonoor | 141 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
Nature and wildlife
| Trip | Distance | Days | 17-seater | AC Coach 40–49 seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athirappilly Falls | 137 km | 1 day | ₹8,100–10,000 | ₹17,900–24,200 |
| Thekkady | 250 km | 2 days | ₹15,200–18,700 | ₹33,100–44,700 |
| Alappuzha (Alleppey) | 188 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
| Kumarakom | 178 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
Cities
| Trip | Distance | Days | 17-seater | AC Coach 40–49 seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kochi | 142 km | 1 day | ₹8,400–10,400 | ₹18,500–25,100 |
| Coimbatore | 56 km | 1 day | ₹6,800–8,400 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
| Nedumbassery (Kochi Airport) | 109 km | 1 day | ₹6,800–8,400 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
| Kozhikode | 127 km | 1 day | ₹7,600–9,300 | ₹16,600–22,500 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 336 km | 2 days | ₹20,000–24,600 | ₹44,000–59,600 |
One way by road; ≈ marks a distance estimated from the map. Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. State entry tax for crossing the border is not included yet; operators add it on the quote. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Questions groups ask
Which group trips from Palakkad work as a day trip?
9 places are within about 180 km: Valparai (111 km), Athirappilly Falls (137 km), Guruvayur (95 km), Kochi (142 km), Palani (113 km), Coimbatore (56 km).
Which trips from Palakkad suit a weekend?
11 places are 180–400 km away, right for 2 days: Munnar (162 km), Ooty (156 km), Kodaikanal (168 km), Wayanad (177 km), Sabarimala (281 km), Madurai (223 km).
How much is a tempo traveller from Palakkad to Nelliampathy?
Nelliampathy is 55 km away. A one-day round trip in a 17-seater is ₹6,800–8,400, or ₹15,000–20,200 in a AC Coach 40–49 seater (indicative, Oct 2026).
How are distances and fares worked out?
Distances are by road where measured (shown without ≈) and estimated from the map otherwise. Fares are for the round trip with driver, at least 250 km a day, with driver allowance, night halts and 5% GST, rounded to ₹100.