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

The cheapest way to get from Trivendrum to Kochi is to train which costs ₹180 - ₹1,400 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trivendrum to Kochi is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Trivendrum and Kochi?

No, there is no direct bus from Trivendrum to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Cochin via Ambalapuzha and Alappuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Trivendrum and Kochi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Ernakulam Jn. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Trivendrum to Kochi?

The distance between Trivendrum and Kochi is 206 km. The road distance is 205.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Trivendrum to Kochi without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400.

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

The train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Ernakulam Jn takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Trivendrum to Kochi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Trivendrum to Kochi train from?

Trivendrum to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Trivendrum to Kochi?

The best way to get from Trivendrum to Kochi is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹2,400 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Trivendrum to Kochi bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Trivendrum and Kochi?

Kochi is 2h 30m behind Trivendrum. It is currently 12:10 PM in Trivendrum and 9:40 AM in Kochi.

Where does the Trivendrum to Kochi train arrive?

Trivendrum to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ernakulam Jn station.

Can I drive from Trivendrum to Kochi?

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

Where can I stay near Kochi?

There are 1145+ hotels available in Kochi.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Ernakulam Jntrain 20632 / ...
2h 37m
₹180–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Ambalapuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Cochinbus
4h 28m
₹592–2,336
Drive 205.2 km
1. Drive from Trivendrum to Kochicar 205.2 km
3h 10m
₹2,225–3,214
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Trivendrum to Kochitaxi 205.2 km
3h 10m
₹3,700–4,500

Trivendrum to Kochi by foot and train

78Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

₹180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.9 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Ernakulam Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Trivendrum to Cochin via Trivandrum, Ambalapuzha, and Alappuzha in around 4h 28m.

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