Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad
Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad with Ettumanoor
The Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad with Ettumanoor covers about 579 km of driving over 2–3 days. For 3 days with driver, a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹21,100–25,800 and a 49-seater coach ₹45,500–61,300 (as of Oct 2026).
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- Days
- 2–3 days
- Driving
- 579 km
- the whole loop
- Stops
- 2
- from Palakkad
- Fare from
- ₹21,100–25,800
- Tempo Traveller 17-seater, 3 days
An Ayyappa group's yatra with one vehicle: from Palakkad to the Nilakkal base, the climb from Pamba to the shrine, and darshan at the Ettumanoor Mahadeva temple on the way home.
In the Mandala–Makaravilakku season private vehicles stop at Nilakkal and pilgrims take the KSRTC buses to Pamba, so the driver waits at the base camp.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits and its fare, from the tables on this page.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad
₹21,100–25,800
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 579 km loop one way · 3 days, round trip
Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
- Palakkad
- Sabarimala
- Ettumanoor
Day-by-day plan (2–3 days)
Day 1: Palakkad to the Sabarimala base281 km
Through Thrissur and Kottayam, often via Erumeli; park at Nilakkal and take the bus to Pamba.
Day 2: Darshan and the descent
The climb to the Sannidhanam for darshan with the virtual-queue slot, then down to Pamba and back to Nilakkal.
Day 3: Ettumanoor and home298 km
Darshan at the Ettumanoor Mahadeva temple, then the drive home to Palakkad.
What the circuit costs
About 579 km over 3 days with one vehicle and driver for the whole trip.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 3 days | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹18,000–22,700 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹21,100–25,800 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹24,300–30,600 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹33,700–45,500 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹45,500–61,300 | Get quotes |
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. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Cost per person
The 3-day fare split across every seat in the vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 12 | ₹1,500–1,890 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 17 | ₹1,240–1,520 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 26 | ₹930–1,180 |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 35 | ₹960–1,300 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 49 | ₹930–1,250 |
Per person if every seat is filled (the Seats column); an estimate as of Oct 2026. Fewer people means a higher share each.
Which vehicle for your group
One vehicle and driver for the whole circuit; leave a seat or two spare for luggage.
| People | Vehicle | Full day (250 km), each |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Tempo Traveller 12-seater (9–12 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| 17 | Tempo Traveller 17-seater (13–17 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| 26 | Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater (18–26 seats) | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| 35 | Mini Bus 28–35 seater (27–35 seats) | ₹11,000–15,000 |
| 49 | AC Coach 40–49 seater (36–49 seats) | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Sizes come from the seats each vehicle class carries; leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips. Day fares are indicative, with driver allowance and 5% GST.
Good to know
- Book the virtual-queue darshan slot before you book the vehicle.
- Plan days by hours: season traffic around Erumeli and Nilakkal is heavy.
Operators for Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad
Approved operators who take groups to Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Nalkco Trip Mentors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Palakkad, Kerala
2 vehicles · 16 seats
- Replies in ~10 min
Saravanabhava Translinks
Vehicle Owner
Karur, Tamil Nadu
178 km by road from Palakkad
Fleet details on request
Seventree holidays
Vehicle Owner
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Serves Palakkad
Fleet details on request
R M A Travels
Vehicle Owner
Puducherry
Serves Palakkad
Fleet details on request
Questions groups ask
How many days do you need for Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad?
2–3 days. Over 3 days: day 1: Palakkad to the Sabarimala base; day 2: Darshan and the descent; day 3: Ettumanoor and home.
How far is the Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad circuit?
About 579 km of driving in total. The longest day is day 3 (Ettumanoor and home), 298 km. Group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour with stops.
What does a Sabarimala yatra from Palakkad trip cost for a group?
For 3 days with driver: Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹18,000–22,700; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹21,100–25,800; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹24,300–30,600; Mini Bus 28–35 seater ₹33,700–45,500; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹45,500–61,300 (indicative, October 2026). Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
Which vehicle should we take?
12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 35 people: Mini Bus 28–35 seater; 49 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.
Sabarimala yatra-kku tempo traveller kittumo? (Can we get a tempo traveller for the Sabarimala yatra?)
Yes. Post the trip with your group size and dates: operators quote 12 to 26-seat tempo travellers and buses for the season. The vehicle parks at Nilakkal; pilgrims ride KSRTC buses to Pamba.