Kannur is a coastal city in the south Indian state of Kerala, known for its beaches, scenic wonders, folk art, and temples. It’s a destination offering multiple indoor and outdoor activities and it’s worth exploring if you’re in Kerala. If you’re flying to Kozhikode Airport, also called Calicut Airport, which is located about 100 km away, you can make plans to get from Kozhikode Airport to Kannur directly by taxi or bus.
Taking a taxi from Calicut Airport to Kannur is the most convenient transportation option to reach your accommodation quickly and comfortably. You can take a taxi from the airport rank or pre-book a private transfer and save both time and money. The trip takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes and you can expect to pay around €70 (INR 6,163) for a standard local cab.
A more budget-friendly alternative is to get from Kozhikode Airport to Kannur by bus, operated by KSRTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation). There is no direct bus connection from the airport, so you’ll need to go to Kozhikode first. The best way to do so is by taking an airport taxi which takes about 50 minutes and costs €15 (INR 1,313) for up to 4 passengers. From Kozhikode, you can then take the bus to Kannur, which takes about 2 hours and 25 minutes and costs around €1.70 (INR 150) per traveller. Depending on your needs and budget, you can evaluate both options and choose the one that is best for you and your travel party.
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