Palakkad to Coimbatore by train
Coimbatore lies 43 km (27 mi) north-east of Palakkad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 49 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 52 km (32 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Palakkad | Coimbatore | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 132,728 | 2.1 million |
| Elevation | 87 m (285 ft) | 425 m (1,394 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Palakkad Town railway station, Kulukkallur railway station | Coimbatore Junction |
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Staying in Coimbatore
Our booking partner lists 406 places to stay in Coimbatore. Of the 325 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (198), and 11 are five-star. Across 88 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.2 out of 10. Guests have left 41,860 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Coimbatore from Palakkad?
43 km (27 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Palakkad; by road roughly 52 km (32 mi).
How long does it take to get from Palakkad to Coimbatore by train?
About 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Palakkad and Coimbatore?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Coimbatore?
Our booking partner lists 406 places to stay in Coimbatore, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.