There are several ways to reach Malappuram, depending on your starting point and mode of transportation. Here are some common ways to reach Malappuram: 

By air: The nearest airport to Malappuram is the Calicut International Airport, which is located about 27 kilometers away. From the airport, you can take a taxi or a bus to reach Malappuram. 

By train: Malappuram has its own railway station, which is well-connected to major cities in India. You can take a train to Malappuram from cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata, among others. 

By bus: Malappuram has a good network of roads and is well-connected by bus to other cities in Kerala and neighboring states. You can take a bus to Malappuram from cities like Kochi, Trivandrum, Bangalore, and Chennai, among others. 

By car: If you are driving to Malappuram, you can take the NH 66 or the NH 966 from cities like Kochi or Trivandrum. The distance from Kochi to Malappuram is approximately 160 kilometers, while the distance from Trivandrum is around 370 kilometers.