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Coimbatore (CJB): approximately 66 km by road. Kochi / Cochin (COK): approximately 114 km by road. Calicut (CCJ): approximately 116 km by road.
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Kairali — The Ayurvedic Healing Village · Since 1908
Your route to the Healing Village
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village is an NABH-accredited Ayurvedic hospital near Palakkad, Kerala, in South India. This page shows you which airport to choose, how our transfers work and exactly what to expect from the moment you land.
III/73 Palayamkadu, P.O. Olassery, Kodumbu, Palakkad District – 678551, Kerala, India
Phone hours 8:00 AM–9:00 PM IST, daily
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The simplest way to reach us
Already travelling within India
Palakkad Junction (PGT)
The nearest railhead, about 35 minutes away — or drive in on the NH544 Coimbatore–Kochi corridor.
Coimbatore airport is in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu; the hospital is in Kerala. Your transfer crosses the state border by road — this is routine and needs no extra formalities.
Where we are
Four steps in, from the subcontinent to the gate
Kerala lies on India’s south-west coast. Palakkad District sits inland, on the border between Kerala and Tamil Nadu, at the foot of the Western Ghats.
Road connections to Palakkad
Coimbatore (CJB)
~66 km by road, NH544
Kochi / Cochin (COK)
~114 km by road
Palakkad Junction (PGT)
~18 km · ~35 min, west through Kodumbu
Olassery, Kodumbu
The hospital, at the foot of the Western Ghats
India, with Kerala highlighted on the south-west coast.
Kerala, with Palakkad District highlighted inland near the Tamil Nadu border.
Palakkad District, by road. Each arrival point with the drive that follows it — the last leg runs west out of Palakkad town through Kodumbu to Olassery.
The village grounds at Olassery, Kodumbu.
Maps and diagrams are for orientation, not to scale. Use Google Maps for live road directions.
Route maps to the Healing Village
Choose your arrival point to open driving directions in Google Maps in a new tab. If you arrive at Ottapalam railway station or travel from Bengaluru, our patient care team can help plan the final leg of travel. Check the live route for current distances and travel times.
Ways to reach us
By air, by rail, by road
However you travel, we can receive you at the airport or railway station with a named driver — you never have to look for a taxi on arrival.
By air
Coimbatore (CJB) — nearest
~66 km by road
Kochi / Cochin (COK) — alternative
~114 km by road
On arrival: share your flight number and landing time with us in advance, and a car with a name-board can wait for you.
By rail
Palakkad Junction (PGT) — recommended
~18 km · ~35 min
On arrival: taxis wait at the station, or send us your train number and arrival time — we will pick you up.
By road
On the NH544 corridor
Coimbatore–Kochi
Self-drive or private taxi
via Palakkad
On arrival: follow the signs to Kodumbu and Olassery; call the main line if you need directions on the day.
Transfers from airport & station
Let us handle the last leg
The hospital can arrange a private car for your arrival from the airport or railway station. To request one, message our patient care coordinator, Priya, on WhatsApp, or call the main line. Please tell us:
- Your arrival date and time
- Flight or train number
- Number of patients travelling
- Any mobility or medical needs
The main line is answered by an automated menu — press 2 for reservations. Open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM IST, daily. Transfer and any charges are confirmed by our team at booking.
First trip to India
Your arrival in India
Your arrival, step by step
- Clear immigration and collect your baggage.
- Exit through the arrivals gate.
- A Kairali representative receives you with a name-board. You receive the driver’s name and vehicle details before you land.
- The driver helps with your luggage and brings you directly to the hospital.
- If you cannot find the driver, call or message the arrival number and wait inside the terminal.
Good to know
Local SIM / eSIM
Available at the airport — useful from the moment you land.
It is how we coordinate your pick-up and stay in touch throughout.
Currency
The Indian Rupee (₹). ATMs are available at both airports.
English
Widely spoken in Kerala; our team communicates in English.
Late-night arrivals. A pre-arranged transfer is strongly recommended — local roads are quiet after dark. Share the driver and vehicle details with someone at home before you set off.
Travelling with mobility or medical needs. A wheelchair-accessible vehicle, breaks during the drive and an accompanying caregiver can be arranged — please tell us at booking.
Visa & entry. Most international visitors need a valid passport and an Indian visa or an eligible e-Visa. Requirements vary by nationality and can change — please check the official Government of India visa portal before you travel. Government of India visa portal
Distances at a glance
From the main hubs to the hospital
Calicut (CCJ)
Calicut (CCJ): approximately 116 km by road via NH966 / Calicut–Malappuram–Palakkad Highway.
Calicut Airport driving directionsCoimbatore airport (CJB)
By road · ~66 km
Kochi / Cochin airport (COK)
By road · ~114 km
Palakkad Junction (PGT)
By road · ~18 km · ~35 min
Distances are measured to the hospital and are approximate; travel times vary with traffic, route and season. Our team can confirm the best option for your arrival.
Where to find us
Addresses
The Healing Village · Palakkad
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village
III/73 Palayamkadu, P.O. Olassery,
Kodumbu, Palakkad District – 678551,
Kerala, India
Reservations office · New Delhi
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort Pvt. Ltd.
D-130, Block D, Ambedkar Colony,
Mehrauli, New Delhi – 110030,
India
Before you travel
Frequently asked questions
Should I fly to Coimbatore or Kochi?
Coimbatore (CJB): approximately 66 km by road. Kochi / Cochin (COK): approximately 114 km by road. Calicut (CCJ): approximately 116 km by road.
How far is the nearest airport?
Coimbatore (CJB): approximately 66 km by road. Kochi / Cochin (COK): approximately 114 km by road. Calicut (CCJ): approximately 116 km by road.
Do you arrange pick-up from the airport or railway station?
Yes. The hospital can arrange a private car for arriving patients. Message our patient care team on WhatsApp, or call the main line, and share your arrival date, time and flight or train number. A team member will confirm the driver and vehicle details.
How will I recognise the driver?
A Kairali representative waits for you in the arrivals area with a name-board. You receive the driver’s name and vehicle details before you land, so you know exactly who is picking you up.
Is pick-up available for late-evening arrivals?
Yes. A pre-arranged transfer is recommended for late arrivals, when local roads are quiet. Share your flight details in advance and your driver will wait for you at any hour.
Can I come by train?
Yes. Palakkad Junction (PGT) is the recommended station, around 18 km away — about a 35-minute drive. Taxis are available at the station, or send us your train number and arrival time and we will pick you up.
Is the trip safe for a solo traveller?
Kerala is among the calmest regions of India, and English is widely spoken. With a pre-arranged transfer you are met by a named driver, so there is no need to look for a taxi on arrival. Many of our patients travel to us alone.
Can you accommodate a wheelchair or a caregiver?
Yes. A wheelchair-accessible vehicle and an accompanying caregiver can be arranged. Please tell us your requirements at booking so the right vehicle is ready.
Do I need an Indian visa?
Most international visitors need a valid passport and an Indian visa or an eligible e-Visa. Requirements vary by nationality and can change — please check the official Government of India visa portal before you travel.
What type of care does Kairali provide?
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village is an NABH-accredited Ayurvedic hospital. Care is led by registered Ayurvedic physicians, and every treatment programme begins with a clinical consultation.
- ◆NABH Certified Hospital
- ◆118+ Years Heritage
- ◆Individualised Programmes
- ◆WLA Winner
Not sure which programme fits?
Share your goal in your own words — the patient care team or an Ayurvedic doctor will point you to the right programme.