How to Reach Wayanad, Kerala, India

Wayanad, the green paradise of Kerala, is nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats. While Wayanad does not have its own airport or railway station, one can still reach this beautiful district by various means of transport from different parts of India.

By Flight

The nearest airport to Wayanad is the Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ) which is approximately 65 to 85 kilometers away, depending on the part of Wayanad you are visiting. From the airport, one can hire a taxi or opt for bus services to reach Wayanad.

By Train

The nearest railway station to Wayanad is in Kozhikode (Calicut Railway Station). It is around 72 km from the district of Wayanad. Regular train services are available from major cities across India to Kozhikode. From there, one can take a bus or hire a taxi to reach Wayanad.

By Road

Wayanad is well connected to various cities by road. You can either drive to Wayanad or take a long-distance bus operated by both government and private companies.

How to reach Wayanad, Kerala, India from India's Top 10 Cities

Note: The suggested routes are indicative and might vary depending on current road conditions and preferences.

City	By Air (to Kozhikode)	By Train (to Kozhikode)	By Road (approx. km & route)
Mumbai	Direct flights available	Trains like the Mangala Lakshadweep Express	1050 km via NH 48. Possible stopover at Goa or Mangaluru.
Delhi	Direct flights available	Trains like the Mangala Lakshadweep Express	2600 km via NH 44. Possible stopover in Nagpur or Hyderabad.
Kolkata	Direct flights available	Trains like the Gurudev Express	2300 km via NH 12. Possible stopover at Vishakhapatnam.
Chennai	Direct flights available	Trains via Chennai Central	620 km via NH 44 and NH 766. Possible stopover at Salem.
Bangalore	Closest major airport with direct flights to Kozhikode	Trains like the Yesvantpur - Kannur Express	280 km via NH 275 and NH 766. Direct route.
Hyderabad	Direct flights available	Trains available with change at certain junctions	900 km via NH 44. Possible stopover at Bangalore.
Ahmedabad	Flights with one stop typically at Mumbai or Bangalore	Trains like the Navajivan Express	1660 km via NH 48. Possible stopover in Mumbai.
Pune	Flights with one stop typically at Bangalore or Chennai	Trains available with changes at key junctions	985 km via NH 48. Possible stopover in Goa or Kolhapur.
Jaipur	Flights with one stop typically at Mumbai or New Delhi	No direct trains; multiple changes may be required	2300 km via NH 48. Possible stopover in Udaipur or Ahmedabad.
Surat	Flights with one stop typically at Mumbai or Bangalore	Trains like the Ernakulam Express	1340 km via NH 48. Possible stopover in Mumbai.

Nearest Airport and Railway Stations

Nearest Airport: Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode (Calicut Railway Station)

Please note that the distance and routes mentioned are subject to change due to construction work or seasonal variations and the availability of flights and trains may vary accordingly.