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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Rameswaram is to train which costs ₹410 - ₹3,300 and takes 14h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Rameswaram is to drive which takes 7h 18m and costs ₹4,400 - ₹6,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Rameswaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Rameswaram. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Rameshwaram via Palakkad and Mattuthavani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Rameswaram?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Rameswaram. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Rameswaram via Manamadurai Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Kochi to Rameswaram?

The distance between Kochi and Rameswaram is 543 km. The road distance is 413.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Rameswaram without a car is to bus which takes 12h 56m and costs ₹750 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 12h 56m to get from Kochi to Rameswaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Rameswaram bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Rameswaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Rameswaram?

The best way to get from Kochi to Rameswaram is to bus which takes 12h 56m and costs ₹750 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹3,300 and takes 14h 13m.

Where does the Kochi to Rameswaram bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Rameswaram train arrive?

Kochi to Rameswaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manamadurai Jn station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Rameswaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Rameswaram is 414 km. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Kochi to Rameswaram.

Where can I stay near Rameswaram?

There are 90+ hotels available in Rameswaram.

Kochi to Rameswaram - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Kochi to Rameswaram by bus (Flixbus), train, car, taxi, or plane

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
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Palakkadbus
2. Take the bus from Palakkad to Maduraibus
3. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Rameshwarambus
12h 56m
₹762–2,907
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Manamadurai Jntrain 16361
2. Take the train from Manamadurai Jn to Rameswaramtrain 22661 / ...
14h 13m
₹412–3,251
Drive 413.9 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Rameswaramcar 413.9 km
7h 18m
₹4,479–6,469
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Rameswaramtaxi 413.9 km
7h 18m
₹7,000–9,000
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane COK - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Rameswaramtrain
12h 12m
₹6,155–16,148
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Madurai (IXM)plane COK - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Rameswaramtrain
13h 1m
₹9,800–17,453

Kochi to Rameswaram by train

2Weekly Trains

14h 13mAverage Duration

₹412Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 543 km
Duration: 12h 56m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Rameswaram, Tamil Nādu, India?

You can take a bus from Ernakulam to Rameshwaram via Palakkad, Madurai, and Mattuthavani in around 12h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ernakulam Jn to Rameswaram via Manamadurai Jn in around 14h 13m.

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