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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Trivendrum is to train which costs ₹180 - ₹1,400 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Trivendrum is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,400.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Trivendrum?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Trivendrum. However, there are services departing from Cochin and arriving at Trivandrum via Alappuzha and Ambalapuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Trivendrum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Central. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Kochi to Trivendrum?

The distance between Kochi and Trivendrum is 206 km. The road distance is 204.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Trivendrum without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400.

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

The train from Ernakulam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Central takes 3h 17m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Trivendrum bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Trivendrum train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Trivendrum?

The best way to get from Kochi to Trivendrum is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹2,300 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Kochi to Trivendrum bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Trivendrum train arrive?

Kochi to Trivendrum train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Trivendrum?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Trivendrum is 205 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Kochi to Trivendrum.

Where can I stay near Trivendrum?

There are 798+ hotels available in Trivendrum.

Kochi to Trivendrum - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Kochi to Trivendrum by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 20631 / ...
3h 24m
₹180–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cochin to Alappuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Ambalapuzha to Trivandrumbus
3h 38m
₹589–2,256
Drive 204.9 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Trivendrumcar 204.9 km
3h 10m
₹2,297–3,318
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Trivendrumtaxi 204.9 km
3h 10m
₹3,700–4,500

Kochi to Trivendrum by train and foot

78Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

₹180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.9 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cochin to Trivendrum via Alappuzha, Ambalapuzha, and Trivandrum in around 3h 38m.

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