Rome2Rio

How to get fromKochi to Arunachalaby bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

Find Transport to Arunachala

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 8 ways to get from Kochi to Arunachala by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus via Salem

    best
    1. Take the bus from Thoppumpady to Salembus bus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
    2. Take the bus from Salem to Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundaibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
    10h 49m

  2. Train, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain train 16188 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Trichy to Thiruvannamalaibus bus
    14h 43m
    ₹725–3,222

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Katpadi Jntrain train 22640 / ...
    2. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain train 16853 / ...
    13h 32m
    ₹925–4,072

  4. Drive  478.6 km

    1. Drive from Kochi to Arunachalacar car 478.6 km
    7h 6m
    ₹4,682–6,763

  5. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Arunachalataxi taxi 478.6 km
    7h 6m
    ₹9,500–12,000

  6. Fly to Chennai International Airport, bus

    1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane plane COK - MAA
    2. Take the bus from Srm University to Tiruvannamalaibus bus
    7h 16m
    ₹6,677–14,360

  7. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Cochin to Melmaruvathurbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Melmaruvathur to Tiruvannamalaibus bus
    15h 39m

  8. Fly to Kempegowda International Airport, bus

    1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane plane COK - BLR
    2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundaibus bus
    8h 13m

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

Calendar53Weekly Planes
Duration1h 48mAverage Duration
Ticket₹5,466Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Kochi to Arunachala.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 493.8 km
  • Duration: 10h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Thoppumpady to Arunachala via Salem and Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundai in around 10h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kochi to Arunachala via Ernakulam Jn, Katpadi Jn, and Tiruvannamalai in around 13h 32m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Italy Travel Guides, Bali: What to do if Mount Agung erupts, and Heading to Europe? Read this before you buy a Eurail Pass - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There