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Chennai to Kochi

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Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Nedumbassery
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$216.54

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Nedumbassery
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$57.32–$127.38

Spicejet

Website:
spicejet.com/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Nedumbassery
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$318.44

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Central to Ernakulam
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.84–$114.64

Kochi Metro

Phone:
13004250355
Email:
Website:
kochimetro.org/
Train from Aluva to Maharaja
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$0.76

Bus operators

Kallada Tours and Travels

Phone:
8893555000
Email:
Website:
kalladatravels.com/
Bus from Koyembedu to Cochin
Ave. Duration:
12h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$39.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Kochi is to bus which costs $10.33 - $33.70 and takes 12h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Kochi is to fly and subway which takes 3h 20m and costs $47.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Kochi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Koyembedu and arriving at Cochin. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Kochi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Ernakulam Jn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 50m.

How far is it from Chennai to Kochi?

The distance between Chennai and Kochi is 566 km. The road distance is 701.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Kochi without a car is to train which takes 11h 50m and costs $4.13 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Chennai to Kochi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kochi bus from?

Chennai to Kochi bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Koyembedu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Kochi train from?

Chennai to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Kochi?

The best way to get from Chennai to Kochi is to train which takes 11h 50m and costs $4.13 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.33 - $33.70 and takes 12h 29m. There are no good options to fly between Chennai to Kochi.

Where does the Chennai to Kochi bus arrive?

Chennai to Kochi bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Cochin station.

Where does the Chennai to Kochi train arrive?

Chennai to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ernakulam Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Kochi?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Kochi is 702 km. It takes approximately 9h 49m to drive from Chennai to Kochi.

Where can I stay near Kochi?

There are 1065+ hotels available in Kochi. Prices start at $1.92 per night.
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