Ride along the stunning Malabar Coast from Mangaluru to Kochi on this 420km one-way highway journey. This 4-day trip covers the historic Bekal Fort, Kannur's vibrant coastline, and Kozhikode's legendary culinary institutions like Hotel Paragon. Ideal for solo riders and couples, the route requires navigating active NH66 construction zones with an estimated fuel budget of ₹1,200.
Begin early after a coastal breakfast. Top up your tank in Mangaluru where fuel is ₹102/litre before crossing the Kerala border.
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Cross the border into Kerala. Expect heavy truck traffic and ongoing NH66 six-lane construction diversions.
22 km
Pass through the outskirts of Kasaragod. Watch out for localized traffic bottlenecks.
50 km
Check into your hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the 17th-century coastal fortification and the adjacent beach.
69 km
Leave Bekal Fort heading south on NH66 towards Kannur.
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Cross the scenic backwater bridges near Nileshwar. Good spots for a quick stretch and photography.
20 km
Pass through Payyanur town. Highway diversions are frequent here due to flyover construction.
45 km
Reach Kannur town. Head straight to MVK Restaurant in Kannothumchal for their famous Biryani and lime tea.
81 km
Depart Kannur city center, heading towards the Mahe bypass.
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Navigate the new bypass segments avoiding the old town congestion.
25 km
Stop for a quick hydration break. The highway stretch here has several diversions.
45 km
Check into your accommodation. For dinner, secure a table at the world-renowned Hotel Paragon for Malabar Biryani and Pandan Chicken.
90 km
Leave early to beat the intense midday heat and heavy coastal traffic.
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Scenic drive near the coast. Refuel at any major HP or Indian Oil station on the bypass.
70 km
Pass through the historic Kodungallur region. Traffic tends to slow down heavily as you approach Ernakulam district limits.
140 km
Cross the bridges into Fort Kochi. End the trip exploring the Chinese Fishing Nets and heritage cafes.
180 km
