Is the road through Wayanad safe?

Yes, the road is well-maintained, but the ghat section has many hairpin bends.

Yes, but they take significantly longer than buses due to the route through Palakkad.

What is the best time to start?

Starting in the evening allows you to reach Bangalore by early morning.

Yes, flights operate from Calicut Airport to Kempegowda International Airport.

How to reach the bus stand?

Take an auto-rickshaw from Kuttikkattoor to the Kozhikode KSRTC stand.

Kuttikkattoor

Bangalore

Bus Driving

Kuttikkattoor to Bangalore

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Kuttikkattoor to Bangalore covers 350 kilometers through the scenic Western Ghats. You will travel via the Wayanad Ghat section on NH 766, which offers breathtaking views of the forest. Buses are the most popular mode of transport, with many private and KSRTC operators running overnight services. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kozhikode to Bangalore, though it takes longer due to the circuitous route.

Total Distance: Driving distance is 350 km and straight-line air distance is 250 km.

Fastest Way

Private bus services take 8 hours from Kozhikode to Bangalore.

Cheapest Way

KSRTC bus from Kozhikode to Bangalore costs approximately 700 INR.

Compare Kuttikkattoor to Bangalore Routes

	Bus Direct	Driving Direct
Duration	8 hours	8 hours
Avg Price	700 - 1800 INR	2500 - 4000 INR
Operator	KSRTC / Kallada Travels	Self-drive
Route	Kozhikode to Bangalore via Wayanad, Gundlupet, and Mysore.	NH 766 through Thamarassery, Kalpetta, and Gundlupet.
Tip	Book a sleeper bus for a comfortable overnight journey.	The forest stretch has strict night traffic restrictions; plan your travel accordingly.

Travel Tips

Night Traffic
The Bandipur forest stretch on NH 766 is closed from 9 PM to 6 AM; ensure your bus schedule accounts for this.
Booking
Use RedBus or the KSRTC website to book your bus tickets in advance.
Weather
Bangalore is cooler than Kerala; carry a light jacket even in summer.
Traffic
Bangalore traffic is notorious; allow extra time for local travel within the city.
Food
Try the authentic South Indian breakfast at MTR or Vidyarthi Bhavan.

Safety Tips

Forest Travel
Do not stop your vehicle inside the forest reserve area for safety reasons.
Bus Safety
Choose reputable bus operators with good reviews for night travel.
Emergency
Keep the contact number of your hotel and a local taxi service saved.
Valuables
Keep your luggage locked and under your seat during the bus journey.