Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, is connected to Rayagada by rail and air (via nearby airports). The distance is over 1,700 kilometers. Trains are the most common mode, taking about 35 to 40 hours. Flights are faster but require travel to the nearest airport (Visakhapatnam).
Total Distance: 1700 km by road, 1500 km straight-line.
Long-distance trains require advance booking.
October to March for pleasant weather.