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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Anaimalai is to bus which costs ₹600 - ₹850 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Anaimalai is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Anaimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Anaimalai. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Pollachi via Puthukkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Anaimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Anaimalai. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Anaimalai Road via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Kochi to Anaimalai?

The distance between Kochi and Anaimalai is 208 km. The road distance is 164.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Anaimalai without a car is to train via Palakkad which takes 4h 33m and costs ₹480 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Kochi to Anaimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Anaimalai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Anaimalai train from?

Kochi to Anaimalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.

Train or bus from Kochi to Anaimalai?

The best way to get from Kochi to Anaimalai is to train via Palakkad which takes 4h 33m and costs ₹480 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹600 - ₹850 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Kochi to Anaimalai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Anaimalai train arrive?

Kochi to Anaimalai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Palakkad station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Anaimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Anaimalai is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Kochi to Anaimalai.

Where can I stay near Anaimalai?

There are 50+ hotels available in Anaimalai.

Kochi to Anaimalai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train via Palakkad
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Palakkadtrain 12678 / ...
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Anaimalai Roadtrain 16731
4h 33m
₹483–2,490
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Puthukadbus
2. Take the bus from Puthukkad to Pollachibus
5h 46m
₹608–841
Drive 164.2 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Anaimalaicar 164.2 km
2h 28m
₹1,847–2,668
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Anaimalaitaxi 164.2 km
2h 28m
₹3,600–4,400
Train
1. Take the train from Aluva to Pollachi Jntrain 16343
5h 59m
₹664–2,738

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Distance: 207.6 km
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Anaimalai, Tamil Nādu, India?

You can take a train from Ernakulam Jn to Anaimalai via Palakkad and Anaimalai Road in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ernakulam to Anaimalai via Puthukkad and Pollachi in around 5h 46m.

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