Bangalore, the Silicon Valley of India, is located about 450 kilometers northeast of Irinjalakuda. The journey via NH 544 and NH 44 takes you through the scenic Western Ghats and the plains of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Trains are the most comfortable mode, taking about 9 to 12 hours. The route is famous for its diverse landscapes and the transition from tropical Kerala to the high-altitude plateau of Bangalore.
Total Distance: 450 km by road, 380 km by rail.
Book in advance for express trains.
Take a sleeper bus for a comfortable overnight journey.
October to March for pleasant weather.