🚌 Palakkad District KSRTC Bus Timetable & Passenger Directory 2026
Explore the latest 2026 official bus schedule from Palakkad Main KSRTC Depot, Mannarkkad, Vadakkencherry, Chittur, and Alathur stands for Coimbatore, Bengaluru, Thrissur, Kozhikode, and Thiruvananthapuram routes.
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As the primary eastern gateway of Kerala, Palakkad features a vast state-run transport network operated by the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC). Connecting Kerala across NH 544 (Kochi-Salem Highway) towards Tamil Nadu, as well as linking central Kerala to Malabar, the KSRTC bus depots across Palakkad run frequent Super Fast, Fast Passenger, KSRTC-SWIFT Deluxe, and interstate sleeper buses. Below is the comprehensive departure schedule guide for commuters and travelers.
1. Palakkad Main KSRTC Depot (Stadium Bypass)
Key inter-district and express services departing from Palakkad Central KSRTC Bus Station:
Via: Alathur, Vadakkencherry, Kuthiran Tunnel, Thrissur, Angamaly
Via: Mundur, Kongad, Mannarkkad, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram
Via: Thrissur, Ernakulam, Alappuzha, Kollam ➔ Thampanoor
Via: Ottapalam, Shoranur, Pattambi, Kunnamkulam
Via: Mannarkkad, Kozhikode, Vadakara, Thalassery, Kannur
Limited Stops: Thrissur Bypass, Ernakulam, Kollam ➔ TVM
2. Palakkad ➔ Coimbatore Interstate Route (Ukkadam & Gandhipuram)
The Palakkad to Coimbatore highway corridor (NH 544 via Walayar) is one of the busiest commuter routes connecting Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Both KSRTC and TNSTC operate frequent shuttles throughout the day:
Via: Kanjikode, Walayar Border, Madukkarai ➔ Ukkadam Bus Stand
Via: Walayar Checkpost, Kuniyamuthur ➔ Gandhipuram Central
Via: Chittur, Nallepilly, Meenakshipuram, Gopalapuram ➔ Pollachi
3. Bengaluru & Chennai Interstate Premium Swift Services
Preferred night-time interstate sleeper and air-conditioned services for tech professionals and students:
Route: Palakkad ➔ Coimbatore Bypass ➔ Salem ➔ Hosur ➔ Shantinagar
Route: Palakkad ➔ Salem ➔ Dharmapuri ➔ Electronic City ➔ Majestic
Route: Coimbatore, Erode, Salem, Vellore ➔ Chennai CMBT
4. Mannarkkad Depot: Attappady & Silent Valley Gateway
Serving the pristine tribal heartland of Attappady and the gateway to Silent Valley National Park:
Route: Mannarkkad ➔ Thavalam ➔ Agali ➔ Anakkatti (TN Border)
Route: Mannarkkad ➔ Chittur Ghat Road ➔ Mukkali Entry Point
Route: Melattur, Kalikavu, Nilambur ➔ Manjeri
5. Vadakkencherry & Alathur Highway Hubs (NH 544)
Prime boarding points along the four-lane national highway for central and south Kerala-bound commuters:
Via: Kuthiran Tunnel to Thrissur Sakthan / Round (Travel Time: ~45 mins)
Route: Alathur ➔ Kavassery ➔ Pazhayannur ➔ Chelakkara
Route: Vadakkencherry ➔ Nenmara ➔ Kaikatty ➔ Pulayampara
6. Chittur & Kollengode Routes (Palani & Pollachi)
Route: Chittur ➔ Meenakshipuram ➔ Pollachi ➔ Udumalaipettai ➔ Palani
Route: Kollengode ➔ Nenmara ➔ Nelliyampathy Ghat Section
7. KSRTC Contact Numbers & Online Ticket Booking
📞 Essential KSRTC Helpline Phone Numbers:
- Palakkad Main Depot Enquiry: 0491-2520098
- Mannarkkad Depot Enquiry: 04924-222607
- Vadakkencherry Operating Centre: 04922-255001
- Chittur Operating Centre: 04923-227499
- KSRTC Central 24/7 Toll-Free Control Room: 1800 599 8500 / 0471-2463799
- Official WhatsApp Enquiry Line: 8129562972
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How frequently do KSRTC buses operate between Palakkad and Coimbatore?
Buses run every 15 minutes between Palakkad (Stadium / Main Depot) and Coimbatore (Ukkadam / Gandhipuram) via Walayar Checkpost from 05:15 AM to 10:30 PM daily, operated collaboratively by KSRTC and TNSTC.
How to reach Palakkad KSRTC Stand from Palakkad Railway Junction?
Palakkad Junction (Olavakkode) is about 4 kilometers from the KSRTC Bus Station. Frequent town shuttle buses and auto-rickshaws are available directly outside Platform 1, taking approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
Which depot operates buses to Silent Valley and Attappady?
Mannarkkad KSRTC Depot operates direct buses through the ghat section to Mukkali (Silent Valley entrance) as well as the tribal hub of Agali and Anakkatti at regular intervals throughout the day.
How can I reserve a seat on KSRTC Swift buses from Palakkad?
Seats for all long-distance and interstate KSRTC-SWIFT services (Bengaluru, Chennai, Thiruvananthapuram) can be booked up to 30 days in advance via onlineksrtcswift.com or using the Ente KSRTC Neo OPRS app.
