Trivandrum to Surat Distance

Thiruvananthapuram, also known as Trivandrum, is the capital city of the South-Indian state Kerala. It is a major commercial and educational hub boasting many corporate buildings and institutions of technology. It is a metropolis with a modern edge, boasting of divine temples, captivating beaches, well-kept palaces and museums. Usually referred to its colonial name - Trivandrum, the city maintains its heritage value and the colonial remains. Food is one of the reasons that lure tourists to visit this city.
 
Best Time to Visit
The energetic city of Trivandrum has a tropical climate. Hence, the months from October to February are optimum to visit. Tourists looking forward to witnessing the Onam Festival can visit the city in the months of August or September as well. Book your Trivandrum hotel before your visit to avoid last-minute high prices.
 
Places to Visit
Each attraction of this city has a unique story of its own. The Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a must-visit temple that is dedicated to the Hindu Lord Vishnu. This temple is known to be very divine that fulfils every devotee’s wishes. Other popular Places to Visit include Kuthira Malika Palace, Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Ramanayar Palace Museum, The Padmanabhapuram Palace. Shanghumukham Beach and Kovalam Beach (17 km from the city) are best beaches to enjoy the captivating views of the sunset, sunrise and leisurely listen the tidal waves.
 
Food and Restaurants
The cuisine of Trivandrum reflects both traditional and western influence. Seafood tops the charts among other traditional South-Indian food. Authentic food is often served on a banana leaf that makes the entire experience more traditional and memorable. Coconut is in abundance here, so be ready to find it in mostly all dishes. Some of the popular restaurants to must-visit are Curry Chatty, Nivedya-Cafe Udupi, Hotel Aryaas, Zam Zam Restaurant, Villa Maya and Mothers Veg Plaza. Thakkaram and Cherries and Berries are good for hangout and enjoy snacks.
 
Transportation
Trivandrum is a cosmopolitan city well-equipped with transportation facilities. For travel via air, plenty of international as well as domestic air links are in operation that connect to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Located near the main city, the airport serves both domestic flights as well as international flights. It is connected with several flights to Singapore, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and the Middle East. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Trivandrum Railway Station receives several local and long-distance trains from many important cities of India throughout the day. A number of intercity Trivandrum buses operate connecting many cities of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. 

With a dominance of diamond-cutting and polishing industries, the Diamond City of India, Surat is an important commercial centre of Gujarat. Settled on the banks of the River Tapi, this port city is rich in trade and business opportunities arising daily with new developments in the dynamic economy of the country. Besides the cutting edge trade, the city is replete with age-old temples, museums, lakes, beaches and gardens that constitute significant tourism. The zestful culture and high spirited locals add to the matchless and enthusiastic aura of the city. Surat is best known for Dandiya Raas Festival during Navratri and also the kite-flying festival. It is always recommended to book hotels in Surat early in Navratri season as this is the main tourist season.
 
Best Time to Visit
The Best Time to Visit Surat is the winter months from October to March when the weather is pleasant.
 
Places to Visit
There are some ancient monuments and beautiful beaches that attract tourists. Surat Castle is a great place to visit. This ancient site will give you some insights about the Muzaffarid dynasty that ruled Surat in the bygone days. Dumas Beach is a favourite spot for travelers who want to relax by the beachside and experience stunning sunrise and sunset views. Gavier Lake is another great place to visit where you can enjoy a picnic amidst the beautiful surroundings of the lake. For all the shoppers, Shanivari Market, Dumas Road, Sahara Darwaja and Baroda Prestige are the best local markets to buy handicraft products.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
The city is best known for its unique cuisine that does not derive its taste from the traditional Gujarati cuisine. Some of the popular local dishes that you must try include Locho, Petis, Rasaawala Khaman, Undhiyu and Sarasiya Khaj. You can visit restaurants and eateries at the Zampa Bazar to savour the best local dishes.
Surat offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Surat to Luxury Hotels in Surat / Resorts in Surat, from 5 star Surat hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Surat to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Surat, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Surat for stay are near Surat Airport, Railway Station Area, Piplod, Adajan and Ring Road. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
The city has a well-planned and systematic transportation network that makes intercity and intracity travel convenient. Surat International Airport (STV) caters to both domestic flights as well as international flights. Airlines such as Indigo and SpiceJet have the maximum number of flights to domestic destinations such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Numerous express trains are running through the Surat Railway Station that provides direct connectivity to major cities of the Southern as well as Northern India. The bus services in Surat are equally good and make travelling to cities of Gujarat and Mumbai easy.