What is the cheapest way to get from Kerala to Ernākulam?

The cheapest way to get from Kerala to Ernākulam is to bus which costs ₹260 - ₹2,100 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kerala to Ernākulam?

The fastest way to get from Kerala to Ernākulam is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Kerala and Ernākulam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Ernakulam. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kerala and Ernākulam?

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 Kerala to Ernākulam?

The distance between Kerala and Ernākulam is 205 km. The road distance is 214.4 km.

How do I travel from Kerala to Ernākulam without a car?

The best way to get from Kerala to Ernākulam without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400.

How long does it take to get from Kerala to Ernākulam?

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

Where do I catch the Kerala to Ernākulam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kerala to Ernākulam train from?

Kerala to Ernākulam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Kerala to Ernākulam?

The best way to get from Kerala to Ernākulam is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹260 - ₹2,100 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Kerala to Ernākulam bus arrive?

Kerala to Ernākulam bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Ernakulam station.

Where does the Kerala to Ernākulam train arrive?

Kerala to Ernākulam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ernakulam Jn station.

Can I drive from Kerala to Ernākulam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kerala to Ernākulam is 214 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Kerala to Ernākulam.

Where can I stay near Ernākulam?

There are 1404+ hotels available in Ernākulam.

Kerala to Ernākulam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kerala to Ernākulam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Ernakulam Jntrain 20632 / ...
2h 30m
₹180–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Ernakulambus
4h 55m
₹260–2,100
Drive 214.4 km
1. Drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Ernākulamcar 214.4 km
3h 12m
₹2,415–3,488
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thiruvananthapuram to Ernākulamtaxi 214.4 km
3h 12m
₹4,400–5,500

Kerala to Ernākulam by train

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Distance: 205.2 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Kerala, India and Ernākulam, 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, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Trivandrum to Ernakulam hourly. Tickets cost ₹260–490 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Kallada Tours and Travels also services this route once daily.

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