Pune to Thrissur Cab (4.9★ 117 reviews)
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Pune to Thrissur Cab — Quick Answer
The Pune to Thrissur cab route is approximately 1111 km and takes around 22–22.5 hours via NH 48 / National Highway. One-way fares start from ₹14/km (Swift Dzire CNG); Ertiga, Innova and Innova Crysta are also available for families and groups. Miles Tours and Travels provides 24/7 doorstep pickup from anywhere in Pune, transparent fixed fares with no hidden charges, and a flat 20% off on one-way trips. Booking takes about 30 seconds online or by calling +91 88790 99744.
Overview
Thrissur, the cultural capital of Kerala, is approximately 1,200 km from Mumbai and home to the spectacular Thrissur Pooram festival. The drive takes about 18-20 hours via NH 66 along the western coast through Goa, Mangaluru, Kozhikode, and down to Thrissur. Alternatively, the inland route via Bengaluru and Palakkad is slightly shorter at about 1,150 km but misses the coastal scenery. Thrissur Pooram, held annually in April-May at the Vadakkunnathan Temple, is considered the mother of all temple festivals in Kerala. First organized by Raja Rama Varma (Sakthan Thampuran) in 1798, the festival brings together ten participating temples, each sending a procession of caparisoned elephants. The highlight is the Kudamattam, a spectacular competitive umbrella-changing ceremony where teams from the Thiruvambadi and Paramekkavu temples rapidly exchange brightly coloured parasols above the elephants, accompanied by traditional Panchavadyam (five-instrument ensemble) music. The fireworks display at dawn, lasting over three hours, is said to be one of the largest in Asia. Beyond the Pooram, Thrissur is home to the Vadakkunnathan Temple, an ancient Shiva temple dating to at least the 9th century with beautiful murals inside the compound. The Kerala Sahitya Akademi and Kerala Lalithakala Akademi are headquartered here, underscoring the city's cultural prominence. The Kerala Kalamandalam at Cheruthuruthy, 30 km from Thrissur, is India's premier institution for classical arts, training students in Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, and Koodiyattam. Food along the route includes Goan vindaloo, Mangalorean fish ghee roast, and Kerala's sadya — a vegetarian feast of over 20 dishes served on a banana leaf.
NH 48 / National Highway KeralaHistory & Significance
Thrissur was the seat of the Cochin royal family and has been a centre of Kerala's arts and culture for centuries. The Thrissur Pooram festival was established by Sakthan Thampuran in the 18th century.
Cab Fare & Travel Time
Cab Fare — Pune to Thrissur
| Car Type | Seats | One-Way (20% off) | Round Trip (same-day) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 Traveller + 1 Driver | ₹30,397 Flat 20% OFF | ₹33,730 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 Traveller + 1 Driver | ₹34,397 Flat 20% OFF | ₹38,174 |
| Innova Crysta 6+1 | 6 Traveller + 1 Driver | ₹44,396 Flat 20% OFF | ₹49,284 |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | 6 Traveller + 1 Driver | ₹64,494 Flat 20% OFF | ₹71,604 |
| Kia Carens | 6 Traveller + 1 Driver | ₹34,397 Flat 20% OFF | ₹38,174 |
Estimated for 1111 km. Driver allowance included. Toll, parking & state permits extra at actuals. Call for exact quote.
Route Highlights
- About 1,200 km from Mumbai via the scenic NH 66 coastal route
- Thrissur Pooram, first organized in 1798, is Kerala's grandest temple festival
- Kudamattam ceremony features competitive parasol changing atop caparisoned elephants
- Vadakkunnathan Temple dates to at least the 9th century with ancient murals
- Kerala Kalamandalam at Cheruthuruthy is India's premier classical arts institution
- The Pooram dawn fireworks display lasts over 3 hours, one of Asia's largest
Places to Visit in Thrissur
Vadakkunnathan Temple
An ancient Shiva temple dating to at least the 9th century, featuring traditional Kerala-style architecture with intricate wood carvings, beautiful inner murals, and the massive grounds that host the annual Thrissur Pooram.
Kerala Kalamandalam
Located 30 km north at Cheruthuruthy, this premier arts university founded in 1930 trains students in Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Koodiyattam, and other classical arts, with performances open to visitors.
Athirapally Falls
Kerala's largest waterfall about 60 km from Thrissur, where the Chalakudy River drops 24 metres across a wide rock face surrounded by the Sholayar Forest range teeming with hornbills and lion-tailed macaques.
Peechi Dam and Wildlife Sanctuary
A dam built across the Manali River about 20 km from Thrissur, with a 125 sq km wildlife sanctuary home to elephants, leopards, and deer, plus well-maintained gardens at the dam site.
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