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

The cheapest way to get from Kote to Kochi is to bus and train which costs ₹490 - ₹2,500 and takes 11h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kote to Kochi is to drive which takes 7h 37m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kote and Kochi?

No, there is no direct bus from Kote to Kochi. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Kota and arriving at Ernakulam via Manipal and Chalakudy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.

How far is it from Kote to Kochi?

The distance between Kote and Kochi is 533 km. The road distance is 492.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kote to Kochi without a car is to bus via Kizhake Chālakudi which takes 11h 37m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹1,900.

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

It takes approximately 11h 37m to get from Kote to Kochi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kote to Kochi bus from?

Kote to Kochi bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Manipal station.

Train or bus from Kote to Kochi?

The best way to get from Kote to Kochi is to bus via Kizhake Chālakudi which takes 11h 37m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹2,800 and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Kote to Kochi bus arrive?

Kote to Kochi bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Chalakudy station.

Can I drive from Kote to Kochi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kote to Kochi is 492 km. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Kote to Kochi.

Where can I stay near Kochi?

There are 1145+ hotels available in Kochi.

Kote to Kochi - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Kote to Kochi by bus, 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 via Kizhake Chālakudi
best
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Chalakudybus
2. Take the bus from Chalakudy to Ernakulambus
11h 37m
₹1,308–1,895
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Kota to FlixBus Mangaluru - Padilbus FlixBus IN4520
2. Take the train from Mangalore Jn to Ernakulam Jntrain 16345 / ...
11h 51m
₹497–2,483
Drive 492.1 km
1. Drive from Kote to Kochicar 492.1 km
7h 37m
₹5,361–7,743
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kote to Kochitaxi 492.1 km
7h 37m
₹13,000–16,000
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Kota to FlixBus Kulaibus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane IXE - COK
9h 10m
₹4,921–13,014
Train
1. Take the train from Kundapura to Ernakulam Jntrain 11097 / ...
12h 3m
₹696–2,780
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Kalamasserybus
13h 54m
₹1,182–2,606

Kote to Kochi by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

11h 51mAverage Duration

₹497Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 533 km
Duration: 11h 37m

What companies run services between Kote, Karnātaka, India and Kochi, India?

You can take a bus from FlixBus Kota to Ernakulam via FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle, Manipal, and Chalakudy in around 11h 37m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kundapura to Ernakulam Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹290–2,300 and the journey takes 11h 50m.

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