How long does it take to travel from Colombo to Alleppey?

By road: approximately 1 hrs 4 min.

Colombo to Alleppey Distance & How to Reach

Q: What is the distance from Colombo to Alleppey?

The aerial distance from Colombo to Alleppey is approximately 53 km (33 miles). By road, the distance is approximately 60 km.

Q: What is the best way to travel from Colombo to Alleppey?

For this 60 km journey, a car or train is ideal. Driving takes about 1 hrs 4 min and trains take approximately 1 hrs 30 min.

Sri Lanka to Kerala · 60 km · Compare train, bus & driving options

Colombo to Alleppey distance: 53 km (aerial), approximately 60 km by road. By train: ~1 hrs 30 min. By road: ~1 hrs 4 min.

Colombo

Sri Lanka

Alleppey

Kerala

53 km

aerial distance (straight line)

33 miles · Road distance: ~60 km (via road)

🗺 Route map

60 km

Road distance

1 hrs 4 min

Drive time

53 km

Aerial distance

Route data via OpenStreetMap

How to get from Colombo to Alleppey

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By Car

1 hrs 4 min

60 km via highway

Quick facts

Aerial distance

53 km (33 mi)

Road distance

~60 km

Recommended

Car (1 hrs 4 min)

Most affordable

Train

📍 Colombo to Alleppey distance overview

The distance from Colombo to Alleppey is approximately 53 km as the crow flies. The road distance is about 60 km, making this a comfortable day trip by car or train.

53 kmAerial distance

~60 kmBy road

1 hrs 4 minCar

🚗 By car — Colombo to Alleppey

1 hrs 4 min ~60 km

A comfortable 1 hrs 4 min drive covers the 60 km between Colombo and Alleppey. This makes for a great day trip by car.

💡 Travel tips for Colombo to Alleppey

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Day trip friendly
At 60 km, you can easily make this a day trip and return the same day. Train or car is ideal.

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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.

Where to stay in Alleppey

Budget to luxury hotels. Compare prices on FareEagle.

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🔗 Useful travel resources

For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:

DGCA — Indian aviation authority

Passport Seva — Passport and travel documents

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Colombo to Alleppey? ▼

The aerial (straight-line) distance from Colombo to Alleppey is approximately 53 km (33 miles). The road distance is approximately 60 km, which takes about 1 hrs 4 min by car.

What is the best way to travel from Colombo to Alleppey? ▼

For this 60 km journey, a car or train is most practical. Driving takes about 1 hrs 4 min and trains take approximately 1 hrs 30 min. This makes for a comfortable day trip.

Can I book Colombo to Alleppey travel on FareEagle? ▼

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