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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kochi to Nilgiris

Composite routes from Kochi to Nilgiris

Cheapest
4 h 30 min
Car
277 km.
from $15

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Nedumbassery Airport to Calicut
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$228.68

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Ernakulam Jn to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.41–$33.03
Train from Aluva to Thrisur
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$10.80

Bus operators

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Email:
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Ernakulam to Palakkad
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.84
Bus from Thrissur to Palakkad
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.03
Bus from Ernakulam to Chalakudy
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.51–$1.21

KSRTC

Phone:
080-26252625
Website:
ksrtc.in
Bus from Chalakudy to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.67–$10.16

Kallada Tours and Travels

Phone:
8893555000
Email:
Website:
kalladatravels.com/
Bus from Thrissur to Palakkad
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.10–$8.89
Bus from Premier Colony to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.80

SETC

Phone:
9513948001
Email:
Website:
tnstc.in/
Bus from Gandhipuram to Ooty
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kochi to Nilgiris?

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Nilgiris is to bus via Kizhake Chālakudi which costs $3.91 - $14.13 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kochi to Nilgiris?

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Nilgiris is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Nilgiris?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Nilgiris. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Ooty via Chalakudy and Gandhipuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Kochi to Nilgiris?

The distance between Kochi and Nilgiris is 299 km. The road distance is 295.5 km.

How do I travel from Kochi to Nilgiris without a car?

The best way to get from Kochi to Nilgiris without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 9m and costs $27.17 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Kochi to Nilgiris?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Kochi to Nilgiris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Nilgiris bus from?

Kochi to Nilgiris bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ernakulam station.

Where does the Kochi to Nilgiris bus arrive?

Kochi to Nilgiris bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Chalakudy station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Nilgiris?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Nilgiris is 295 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Kochi to Nilgiris.

Where can I stay near Nilgiris?

There are 646+ hotels available in Nilgiris. Prices start at $17.14 per night.
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