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

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Kochi is to train which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 11h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Kochi is to bus and fly which takes 5h 31m and costs ₹4,100 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Kochi?

No, there is no direct bus from Bengaluru to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Shanthi Nagar and arriving at Ernakulam via Hosur and Aluva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Kochi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bangalore Cant and arriving at Ernakulam Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 23m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Kochi?

The distance between Bengaluru and Kochi is 534 km. The road distance is 477.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Kochi without a car is to bus via Hosūr which takes 8h 21m and costs ₹750 - ₹4,300.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Bengaluru to Kochi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Kochi bus from?

Bengaluru to Kochi bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Shanthi Nagar station.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Kochi train from?

Bengaluru to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Bangalore Cant station.

Train or bus from Bengaluru to Kochi?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Kochi is to bus via Hosūr which takes 8h 21m and costs ₹750 - ₹4,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 11h 23m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Kochi bus arrive?

Bengaluru to Kochi bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Hosur station.

Where does the Bengaluru to Kochi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bengaluru to Kochi?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to Kochi is 477 km. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Bengaluru to Kochi.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bengaluru to Kochi?

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Where can I stay near Kochi?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Bengaluru to Kochi by bus, train, car, taxi, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via Hosūr
best
1. Take the bus from Shanthi Nagar to Hosurbus
2. Take the bus from Hosur to Aluvabus
8h 21m
₹758–4,298
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bangalore Cant to Ernakulam Jntrain 16315
11h 23m
₹330–2,600
Drive 477.3 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to Kochicar 477.3 km
7h 6m
₹5,393–7,790
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bengaluru to Kochitaxi 477.3 km
7h 6m
₹11,000–14,000
Bus, fly to Cochin International Airport
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane BLR - COK
5h 31m
₹4,177–7,907
Bus
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Bengaluru - Ananda Rao Circle to FlixBus Chalakudi - Bus Standbus FlixBus IN4415 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chalakudy to Ernakulambus
13h 23m
₹827–2,633
Bus, fly to Coimbatore International Airport
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane BLR - CJB
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Aluvabus
6h 31m
₹6,057–9,857

Bengaluru to Kochi by train

7Weekly Trains

11h 23mAverage Duration

₹330Cheapest Price

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Distance: 534.1 km
Duration: 8h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Shanthi Nagar to Ernakulam via Hosur and Aluva in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Bangalore Cant to Ernakulam Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 11h 23m.

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