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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Bengaluru is to train which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 10h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Bengaluru is to fly and bus which takes 5h 36m and costs ₹4,200 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Bengaluru?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Bengaluru. However, there are services departing from Aluva and arriving at Lalbaug via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Bengaluru?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Bangalore Cant. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Kochi to Bengaluru?

The distance between Kochi and Bengaluru is 530 km. The road distance is 477.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Bengaluru without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Kochi to Bengaluru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Bengaluru bus from?

Kochi to Bengaluru bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Aluva station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Bengaluru train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Bengaluru?

The best way to get from Kochi to Bengaluru is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 10h 8m.

Where does the Kochi to Bengaluru bus arrive?

Kochi to Bengaluru bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Lalbaug station.

Where does the Kochi to Bengaluru train arrive?

Kochi to Bengaluru train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Bangalore Cant station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Bengaluru?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Bengaluru is 477 km. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Kochi to Bengaluru.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kochi to Bengaluru?

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Where can I stay near Bengaluru?

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Kochi to Bengaluru - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Kochi to Bengaluru by bus, train, car, taxi, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Lalbaugbus
7h 29m
₹995–2,858
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Bangalore Canttrain 12678 / ...
10h 8m
₹320–2,500
Drive 477.2 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Bengalurucar 477.2 km
7h 4m
₹5,367–7,752
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Bengalurutaxi 477.2 km
7h 4m
₹11,000–14,000
Fly from Cochin International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane COK - BLR
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Shanthinagara Bus Stationbus
5h 36m
₹4,280–11,428
Bus via Shanti Nagar
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Shanti Nagarbus
10h 25m
₹695–2,258
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 Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane CJB - BLR
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Shanthinagara Bus Stationbus
7h 9m
₹4,998–8,609
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Parpanangaditrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane CCJ - BLR
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Shanthinagara Bus Stationbus
6h 59m
₹3,844–10,351
Train to Trivandrum, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane TRV - BLR
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Shanthinagara Bus Stationbus
8h 24m
₹5,957–13,198

Kochi to Bengaluru by train

14Weekly Trains

10h 8mAverage Duration

₹320Cheapest Price

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Distance: 530.3 km
Duration: 7h 29m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Aluva to Lalbaug every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹950–2,800 and the journey takes 5h 59m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Bangalore Cant twice daily. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 10h 8m.

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