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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Arunachala is to train and bus which costs ₹700 - ₹3,300 and takes 14h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Arunachala is to drive which takes 7h 6m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu via Angamaly, Thrissur, Kerala and Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Tiruvannamalai via Katpadi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 32m.

How far is it from Kochi to Arunachala?

The distance between Kochi and Arunachala is 505 km. The road distance is 478.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Arunachala without a car is to bus via Coimbatore which takes 12h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 12h 44m to get from Kochi to Arunachala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Arunachala bus from?

Kochi to Arunachala bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Angamaly station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Arunachala train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Arunachala?

The best way to get from Kochi to Arunachala is to bus via Coimbatore which takes 12h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹900 - ₹4,100 and takes 13h 32m.

Where does the Kochi to Arunachala bus arrive?

Kochi to Arunachala bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Thrissur, Kerala station.

Where does the Kochi to Arunachala train arrive?

Kochi to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Katpadi Jn station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Arunachala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Arunachala is 479 km. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Kochi to Arunachala.

Where can I stay near Arunachala?

There are 458+ hotels available in Arunachala.

Kochi to Arunachala - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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

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Bus via Coimbatore
best
1. Take the bus from Angamaly to Thrissur, Keralabus
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadubus
12h 44m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16188 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trichy to Thiruvannamalaibus
14h 43m
₹725–3,222
Train
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Katpadi Jntrain 22640 / ...
2. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain 16853 / ...
13h 32m
₹925–4,072
Drive 478.6 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Arunachalacar 478.6 km
7h 6m
₹5,463–7,890
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Arunachalataxi 478.6 km
7h 6m
₹9,500–12,000
Fly from Cochin International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2. Take the bus from Srm University to Tiruvannamalaibus
9h 40m
₹6,039–13,603
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cochin to Melmaruvathurbus
2. Take the bus from Melmaruvathur to Tiruvannamalaibus
15h 39m
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
3. Take the bus from Srm University to Tiruvannamalaibus
11h 55m
₹6,445–17,782

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

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 505.4 km
Duration: 12h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kochi to Arunachala via Ernakulam, Angamaly, Angamaly, Thrissur, Kerala, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, and Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu in around 12h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kochi to Arunachala via Ernakulam Jn, Katpadi Jn, and Tiruvannamalai in around 13h 32m.

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