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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Colachel is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹2,500 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Colachel is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Colachel?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Colachel. However, there are services departing from Cochin and arriving at Trivandrum Central via Alappuzha, Ambalapuzha and Attingal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Colachel?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Colachel. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Eraniel via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Kochi to Colachel?

The distance between Kochi and Colachel is 281 km. The road distance is 260.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Colachel without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Kochi to Colachel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Colachel bus from?

Kochi to Colachel bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Cochin station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Colachel train from?

Kochi to Colachel train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.

Train or bus from Kochi to Colachel?

The best way to get from Kochi to Colachel is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹900 - ₹2,500 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Kochi to Colachel bus arrive?

Kochi to Colachel bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Alappuzha station.

Where does the Kochi to Colachel train arrive?

Kochi to Colachel train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Eraniel station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Colachel?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Colachel is 260 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Kochi to Colachel.

Where can I stay near Colachel?

There are 45+ hotels available in Colachel.

Kochi to Colachel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Kochi to Colachel by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cochin to Alappuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Ambalapuzha to Attingalbus
3. Take the bus from Attingal to Trivandrum Centralbus
4h 34m
₹1,486–3,428
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Eranieltrain 16128
5h 15m
₹905–2,442
Drive 260.1 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Colachelcar 260.1 km
4h 3m
₹2,912–4,206
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Colacheltaxi 260.1 km
4h 3m
₹5,500–7,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane COK - TRV
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Trivandrum - Chakka Bypass to FlixBus Nagercoil - Azhagiyamandapambus
4h 44m
₹7,707–19,120

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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55 minAverage Duration

₹5,224Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.7 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Colachel, India?

You can take a vehicle from Kochi to Colachel via Cochin, Alappuzha, Ambalapuzha, Attingal, and Trivandrum Central in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Eraniel once daily. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 4h 57m.

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