Gaya
Gaya
Train

Pallikal to Gaya

Updated: 22 May 2026

Gaya, a major Buddhist pilgrimage site, is approximately 2300 km from Pallikal. You will need to travel from Kozhikode to a major junction and then take a train to Gaya Junction. The journey takes about 46 hours. Gaya is famous for the Mahabodhi Temple in nearby Bodh Gaya.

Total Distance: 2300 km by road, 1900 km air distance.
Fastest Way
Flight from Calicut to Gaya via Delhi.
Cheapest Way
Sleeper class train ticket at 2300 INR.
Compare Pallikal to Gaya Routes
Train
Connecting
Duration
46 hours
Avg Price
2300 - 5800 INR
Operator
Gaya Express
Route
Kozhikode - Chennai - Gaya

Gaya is a major stop on the Grand Chord line.

Travel Tips
  • Transport
    Gaya Junction is a major railway hub.
  • Local Travel
    Auto-rickshaws are common for local travel.
  • Food
    Try the local sweets like Tilkut.
  • Connectivity
    Well-connected by rail to major cities.
  • Booking
    Book tickets early for the long journey.
Safety Tips
  • General
    Gaya is generally safe for tourists.
  • Night
    Avoid isolated areas at night.
  • Health
    Carry basic medicines for the long journey.
  • Emergency
    Keep local police numbers handy.
People Also Ask
  • Is Gaya a tourist spot?
    Yes, it is a major pilgrimage site.
  • How to reach from Kerala?
    By train or flight.
  • What is the best time?
    Winter is the best time to visit.
  • Is it safe?
    Yes, it is a major city.
  • What is the main station?
    Gaya Junction.
Quick Info
  • From Pallikal, Kerala, India
  • To Gaya, Bihar, India
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

October to March for pleasant weather.

Things to Do in Gaya
1
Mahabodhi Temple
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site where Buddha attained enlightenment.
2
Vishnupad Temple
See this ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, a major Hindu pilgrimage site.
3
Great Buddha Statue
View the massive 80-foot statue of Buddha.
4
Dungeshwari Cave Temples
Explore the caves where Buddha meditated before reaching Bodh Gaya.
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