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

The cheapest way to get from Colachel to Kochi is to train which costs ₹900 - ₹2,500 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colachel to Kochi is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Colachel and Kochi?

No, there is no direct bus from Colachel to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Cochin via Kesavadasapuram, Kaniyapuram and Alappuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Colachel and Kochi?

No, there is no direct train from Colachel to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Eraniel and arriving at Ernakulam Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Colachel to Kochi?

The distance between Colachel and Kochi is 274 km. The road distance is 260 km.

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

The best way to get from Colachel to Kochi without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Colachel to Kochi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colachel to Kochi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colachel to Kochi train from?

Colachel to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Eraniel station.

Train or bus from Colachel to Kochi?

The best way to get from Colachel to Kochi is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,400 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Colachel to Kochi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colachel to Kochi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colachel to Kochi?

Yes, the driving distance between Colachel to Kochi is 260 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Colachel to Kochi.

Where can I stay near Kochi?

There are 1200+ hotels available in Kochi.

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There are 5 ways to get from Colachel to Kochi by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eraniel to Ernakulam Jntrain 16127
5h 59m
₹901–2,442
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Kesavadasapurambus
2. Take the bus from Kaniyapuram to Alappuzhabus
3. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Cochinbus
6h 13m
₹1,424–3,401
Drive 260 km
1. Drive from Colachel to Kochicar 260 km
4h 1m
₹2,918–4,214
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colachel to Kochitaxi 260 km
4h 1m
₹5,500–7,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Eraniel to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane TRV - COK
5h 19m
₹8,311–23,262

Trivandrum (TRV) to Cochin International Airport (COK) flights

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Distance: 274.1 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Eraniel to Ernakulam Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Colachel to Kochi via Trivandrum, Kesavadasapuram, Kaniyapuram, Alappuzha, and Cochin in around 6h 13m.

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