There are 4 ways to get from Kochi to Pollachi by bus, train, car, or taxi
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Bus
best- Take the bus from Ernakulam to Palakkadbus
- Take the bus from Palakkad to Pollachibus
5h 51m₹222–571Train
cheapest- Take the train from Aluva to Pollachi Jntrain 16343
6h 8m₹215–1,458Drive 169.9 km
- Drive from Kochi to Pollachicar 169.9 km
2h 33m₹1,804–2,605Taxi
- Take the taxi from Kochi to Pollachitaxi 169.9 km
2h 33m₹3,800–4,600
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Pollachi is to bus which costs ₹220 - ₹600 and takes 5h 51m.
The fastest way to get from Kochi to Pollachi is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,600.
No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Pollachi. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Pollachi via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.
No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Pollachi. However, there are services departing from Maharajas College and arriving at Pollachi Jn via Aluva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.
The distance between Kochi and Pollachi is 189 km. The road distance is 169.9 km.
The best way to get from Kochi to Pollachi without a car is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs ₹220 - ₹600.
It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Kochi to Pollachi, including transfers.
Kochi to Pollachi bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ernakulam station.
Kochi to Pollachi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Aluva station.
The best way to get from Kochi to Pollachi is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs ₹220 - ₹600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹210 - ₹1,500 and takes 6h 8m.
What companies run services between Kochi, India and Pollachi, India?
You can take a bus from Ernakulam to Pollachi via Palakkad in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Aluva to Pollachi Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 25m.
- Phone
- 14646
- care@irctc.co.in
- Website
- irctc.co.in
Train from Aluva to Pollachi Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹170–1,400
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search
- Sleeper Class
- ₹170–210
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹480–600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650–850
- First Class (1A)
- ₹1,000–1,400
- Phone
- +91 9447071021
- rsnksrtc@kerala.gov.in
- Website
- onlineksrtcswift.com
Bus from Ernakulam to Palakkad
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 46m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- ₹170–450
- Website
- https://onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Palakkad to Pollachi
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹50–130
- Website
- https://onlineksrtcswift.com/
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 33m
- Estimated price
- ₹3,800–4,600
Kerala Tourist Taxi
- Phone
- +91 99 47 27 66 20
- Website
- keralatouristtaxi.com
Cochin Coastal Cabs
- Phone
- +91 96 56 07 50 00
- Website
- cochincoastalcabs.com
B Cabs
- Phone
- +91 98 95 11 88 77
- Website
- bcabs.com
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including 5 incredible day trips from Florence by train, Which London airport should I choose?, and How to plan an amazing trip around Scandinavia - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Kochi to Pollachi bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Palakkad station.
Kochi to Pollachi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pollachi Jn station.
Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Pollachi is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Kochi to Pollachi.
There are 47+ hotels available in Pollachi.