How To Reach Thekkady

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How To Reach Thekkady

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While Thekkady is an important and popular destination while travelling through Kerala, it does not have the best connectivity to the rest of the country.

If you are wondering how to reach Thekkady, then read on to find out the best way. Lacking an airport and a train station both, getting to Thekkady is an exercise requiring some amount of planning but it is definitely worth it. This is a write-up explaining how to reach Thekkady, this beautiful, remote paradise.

The nearest domestic airport to Thekkady is Madurai airport, which is about 136 km away. There are flights connecting Madurai to various important Indian cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata. From Madurai airport, travellers can take cabs to reach Thekkady and Periyar.

The closest international airport to Thekkady is the Cochin International Airport. With flights coming from various Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian cities and countries, the airport is accessible to a number of international travellers. There are flights to and from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Singapore and Bangkok among other cities from the Cochin International Airport. There also cabs available to take visitors from the airport to Thekkady.  

Thekkady also lacks a train station which means that directly reaching the city by train is out of the question. The nearest train station is in Kottayam which is roughly 110 kms away. Connected to other big junctions in the area, you can reach Kottayam from any Indian city including the ones that are fairly far like Delhi and Kolkata.

There are many trains to Kottayam from Ernakulam as well. From Kottayam, cabs are an option to take visitors onwards to Thekkady. State run buses are also available from Kottayam to reach Thekkady.

By road is the main and only approach that takes you directly to Thekkady. The two options when reaching by road are by bus and by car. There are Kerala State Department buses to Thekkady from a bunch of cities, including important travelling destinations such as Kochi, Kottayam and such. These buses are usually fairly comfortable and easy to travel in.

Thekkady can also be reached in cabs and self driven cars. With respect to cabs, they are also available from a number of places and cities in Kerala. However, they tend to be a little expensive. going by road to Thekkady is not a bad idea as the routes into this heavily forested area are scenic and worthy of travelling. By road, it’s a 4-5 hour journey from Kochi, around 160 kms. A drive from Bangalore is also possible as the route is roughly 9 hours long and some 510 kms long, coming through Karnataka and passing towns like Dharmapuri and Dindigul.

There are other routes available as well. However, they are both at least 50-60 kms longer. When driving to Thekkady, it is advisable to carry a certain amount of petrol/diesel with you as there are not that many fuel stops around. Also, inside Kerala, the roads can be tricky as they are in dense forest and rural areas. This is also something that needs to be noted when driving there.

  • Alleppey to Thekkady

    By Air

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    By Road

    4.0 hours

    By Train

    3.5 hours
  • Bangalore to Thekkady

    By Air

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    By Road

    12.0 hours

    By Train

    10.0 hours
  • Trivandrum to Thekkady

    By Air

    -

    By Road

    5.0 hours

    By Train

    2.0 hours

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Soumyasri's 5 days trip to Thekkady

Nicely planned...with baby we could see what we can.. comfortable trip Everything with baby was special...given seperate room for lactation in Bangalore palace ..which felt so so good....

Soumyasri Eluri

Shivang's 5 days trip to Thekkady

My trip was kerala was arranged by Namaskaram travels. My agent Sunny was very helpful throughout the trip. However I had some bad experience through the trip. The hotel in Munnar, Grand Valley, which was given to me in a 4 star package package was not of the standard for a 4-star. The location of the hotel was 100-150 m steep down the road, which could only be reached through hotel jeep, our traveller stayed out. A good hotel but not a 4 star. The next day, my traveller broke down on our way to Thekkady and we were stuck in the middle of nowhere for a couple of hours. The agency arranged for another traveller which covered our itenary for that day and dropped us to our hotel, Woodnote, which was the best in our trip. Local arrangements were made for our siteseeing in Thekkady, which were also good. Finally, a new traveller was assigned to us for our remaining trip, with with we covered Allepy and our drop to Kochi. Overall: Traveller Experience: 2/10 Grand Valley View, Munnar: 4/10 Woodnote, Thekkady: 10/10 Time Square, Allepy: 7/10 Agent Communication: 10/10 Travel Triangle Communication: 10/10

Shivang Agarwal New delhi

Niteen's 5 days trip to Thekkady

Overall good experience with travel triangle and the comfort travel.

Niteen Mahadik Pune

Pravin's 4 days trip to Thekkady

We booked a 6 Days / 5 Nights Kerala trip and had an absolutely wonderful experience. Right from hotel suggestions, locations, and sightseeing planning, everything was arranged in a very professional and well-organized manner. The entire trip was offered at a reasonable price without compromising on quality. Our cab driver was highly skilled, polite, and had excellent communication skills, which made the journey smooth and enjoyable. Overall, the travel company did a fantastic job in planning and executing our holiday. We truly appreciate their efforts and would definitely recommend their services to anyone planning a trip.

Pravin Arwade Pune

Mrs Jisha's 4 days trip to Thekkady

Overall Great trip..... "Mamta, excellent trip planning and coordination! You ensured a stress-free and enjoyable experience for us. Thanks for your hard work and dedication.

MrsJisha Ganesh Bengaluru

Azhar's 7 days trip to Thekkady

I recently had the pleasure of booking my Kerala trip through your agency, and I would like to share my feedback regarding the overall experience. The itinerary was thoughtfully curated, allowing us to explore the major highlights of Kerala, including Munnar, Thekkady, Kovalam beaches,Alleppey, and Kochi, without feeling rushed. All hotels and houseboat arrangements were comfortable, clean, and located in convenient areas. Special mention to the stay in Munnar – the views were spectacular. The vehicle provided was clean, air-conditioned, and in good condition. Our driver was punctual, courteous, and knowledgeable about local attractions. The coordination from your team was smooth throughout the journey. I appreciated the regular check-ins and prompt response to queries. It was a well-managed and enjoyable trip. Your team’s professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to providing a memorable experience truly stood out. I would definitely consider booking future trips with ur agency and recommend ur services to others. Thank you for making our Kerala journey so special! I recently had the pleasure of booking my Kerala trip through your agency, and I would like to share my feedback regarding the overall experience. The itinerary was thoughtfully curated, allowing us to explore the major highlights of Kerala, including Munnar, Thekkady, Kovalam beaches,Alleppey, and Kochi, without feeling rushed. All hotels and houseboat arrangements were comfortable, clean, and located in convenient areas. Special mention to the stay in Munnar – the views were spectacular. The vehicle provided was clean, air-conditioned, and in good condition. Our driver was punctual, courteous, and knowledgeable about local attractions. The coordination from your team was smooth throughout the journey. I appreciated the regular check-ins and prompt response to queries. It was a well-managed and enjoyable trip. Your team’s professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to providing a memorable experience truly stood out. I would definitely consider booking future trips with ur agency and recommend ur services to others. Thank you for making our Kerala journey so special!

Azhar Kazi Mumbai

Dushyantsingh's 6 days trip to Thekkady

I recently had the pleasure of exploring Kerala through Blessing Trip, and it was truly a memorable experience. From the lush green landscapes of Munnar to the serene backwaters of Alleppey and the cultural richness of Kochi, every destination was thoughtfully curated and perfectly executed. The team at Blessing Trip was incredibly professional, friendly, and always available to assist. Our itinerary was well-balanced – giving us the perfect mix of sightseeing, relaxation, and local experiences. The hotels they booked were clean, comfortable, and offered beautiful views, and our driver was polite, punctual, and knowledgeable about the routes and local attractions. What stood out most was the personalized attention we received – it genuinely felt like a trip planned by someone who cared. Every detail, from transportation to food recommendations, was taken care of seamlessly. I would highly recommend Blessing Trip to anyone looking to explore Kerala without stress and with a touch of warmth and professionalism. Looking forward to planning my next trip with them! Special thanks to Manu Sharma for going above and beyond to make our trip smooth and personalized. His constant support, prompt responses, and genuine care made a big difference in our overall experience. I recently had the pleasure of exploring Kerala through Blessing Trip, and it was truly a memorable experience. From the lush green landscapes of Munnar to the serene backwaters of Alleppey and the cultural richness of Kochi, every destination was thoughtfully curated and perfectly executed. The team at Blessing Trip was incredibly professional, friendly, and always available to assist. Our itinerary was well-balanced – giving us the perfect mix of sightseeing, relaxation, and local experiences. The hotels they booked were clean, comfortable, and offered beautiful views, and our driver was polite, punctual, and knowledgeable about the routes and local attractions. What stood out most was the personalized attention we received – it genuinely felt like a trip planned by someone who cared. Every detail, from transportation to food recommendations, was taken care of seamlessly. I would highly recommend Blessing Trip to anyone looking to explore Kerala without stress and with a touch of warmth and professionalism. Looking forward to planning my next trip with them! Special thanks to Manu Sharma for going above and beyond to make our trip smooth and personalized. His constant support, prompt responses, and genuine care made a big difference in our overall experience.

Dushyantsingh Bengaluru

Samjadhav's 4 days trip to Thekkady

Excellent services … Driver Subin was outstanding. We had a comfortable and Safe drive Excellent services … Driver Subin was outstanding. We had a comfortable and Safe drive

Samjadhav Mangalore

Bhattadvishnu's 5 days trip to Thekkady

Our recent trip to Kerala organized by WonderSky Travels was nothing short of amazing! From the moment we arrived until our departure, every detail was thoughtfully planned and executed with professionalism and warmth

Bhattadvishnu Cochin international airport(nedumbassery airport) (cok)

Vj's 5 days trip to Thekkady

Agent co ordination is perfect they always available and all the situation very smooth . polite behavior everything was perfect. thanks

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