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80km
From Airport
1km
From Station
28km
From Thrissur
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How to Reach Guruvayur

By Air

Cochin International Airport

80 km from temple
2 hours by road
₹2,500-3,000 taxi
₹150-200 bus

By Train

Guruvayur Railway Station

1 km from temple
10-15 min walk
₹30-50 auto
Direct trains available

By Bus

KSRTC & Private Buses

500m from temple
Every 15 minutes
₹25-40 from Thrissur
Well connected

By Car

Self Drive / Taxi

₹20-50 parking
Excellent roads
Fuel stations available
GPS navigation

Detailed Route Information

From Cochin Airport

Cochin International Airport

Exit from arrivals terminal

Take Taxi/Bus

Pre-paid taxi counter or KSRTC bus to Thrissur

Taxi: ₹2,500-3,000 | Bus: ₹150-200

Via NH544

Take NH544 towards Thrissur (80 km, 2 hours)

Reach Guruvayur Temple

Arrive at temple premises

From Major Cities

From Kochi (85 km)

Via NH544 → Thrissur → Guruvayur

2.5 hours ₹200 bus

From Kozhikode (120 km)

Via NH66 → Thrissur → Guruvayur

3 hours ₹250 bus

From Thiruvananthapuram (320 km)

Via NH66 → Kochi → Thrissur → Guruvayur

6 hours ₹400 bus

From Bangalore (480 km)

Via NH275 → Salem → Coimbatore → Palakkad → Thrissur

8-9 hours ₹600 bus

From Chennai (550 km)

Via NH32 → Salem → Coimbatore → Palakkad → Thrissur

10 hours ₹700 bus

Local Transportation in Guruvayur

Auto Rickshaw

Most convenient for short distances within town

Minimum fare: ₹25
Per km: ₹12
Waiting charges: ₹5/min

Taxi

Comfortable for longer distances and groups

Local trips: ₹200-500
Outstation: ₹12/km
Full day: ₹2,500

Walking

Best way to explore the temple town

Temple to station: 10 min
Temple to bus stand: 5 min
Most attractions: Walking distance

Places to Visit Near Guruvayur

Mammiyur Temple

Mammiyur Mahadeva Temple

Ancient Shiva temple, 2 km from Guruvayur. Must visit for complete pilgrimage.

2 km away
Elephant Sanctuary

Punnathur Kotta Elephant Sanctuary

Home to temple elephants. Watch feeding and bathing sessions.

3 km away
Chavakkad Beach

Chavakkad Beach

Serene beach perfect for sunset views and relaxation after temple visit.

8 km away
Parthasarathy Temple

Parthasarathy Temple

Historic temple dedicated to Lord Krishna in his Parthasarathy form.

1.5 km away
Harikanyaka Temple

Harikanyaka Temple

Ancient temple with beautiful architecture and peaceful atmosphere.

4 km away
Thrissur

Thrissur City

Cultural capital of Kerala with Vadakkunnathan Temple and museums.

28 km away

Essential Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

  • • October to March: Pleasant weather
  • • Avoid monsoon season (June-September)
  • • Festival seasons can be crowded
  • • Early morning visits recommended

What to Pack

  • • Traditional Indian attire
  • • Comfortable walking shoes
  • • Valid ID proof (mandatory)
  • • Small bag only (large bags not allowed)

Budget Planning

  • • Accommodation: ₹200-2,500/night
  • • Meals: ₹100-300/day
  • • Local transport: ₹50-200/day
  • • Temple offerings: ₹10-500

Language

  • • Malayalam is the local language
  • • Hindi and English widely understood
  • • Temple staff speak multiple languages
  • • Translation apps can be helpful

Safety Tips

  • • Keep valuables in hotel safe
  • • Stay hydrated, especially in summer
  • • Follow temple rules strictly
  • • Emergency numbers: 108, 100

Food & Dining

  • • Only vegetarian food available
  • • Try Kerala traditional meals
  • • Temple prasadam is must-try
  • • Many restaurants near temple

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