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 ₹600 - ₹3,000 and takes 11h 34m.

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 41m and costs ₹4,200 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Kochi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bengaluru and arriving at Thoppumpady. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Kochi?

No, there is no direct train from Bengaluru to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Bangalore Cant and arriving at Ernakulam Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 34m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Kochi?

The distance between Bengaluru and Kochi is 472 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 which takes 9h 14m and costs .

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

The bus from Bengaluru to Thoppumpady takes 9h 14m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Kochi bus from?

Bengaluru to Kochi bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, depart from Bengaluru 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 which takes 9h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹600 - ₹3,000 and takes 11h 34m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Kochi bus arrive?

Bengaluru to Kochi bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, arrive at Thoppumpady 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?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Kochi.

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, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Thoppumpadybus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
9h 14m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bangalore Cant to Ernakulam Jntrain 16315
11h 34m
₹645–2,906
Drive 477.3 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to Kochicar 477.3 km
7h 6m
₹5,350–7,728
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 41m
₹4,287–10,287
Bus via Kizhake Chālakudi
1. Take the bus from Shanti Nagar to Chalakudybus
2. Take the bus from Chalakudy to Ernakulambus
10h 42m
₹1,101–2,761
Bus, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
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 train from Coimbatore Jn to Ernakulam Jntrain
8h 30m
₹5,902–9,487

Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Cochin International Airport (COK) flights

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1h 8mAverage Duration

₹2,617Cheapest Price

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Distance: 472.4 km
Duration: 9h 14m

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

Mahadev Travels operates a bus from Bengaluru to Thoppumpady twice daily, and the journey takes 9h 14m. 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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