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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Bhatkal is to train which costs ₹310 - ₹2,400 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Bhatkal is to drive which takes 8h 21m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Bhatkal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Bhatkal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Byndoor, Karnataka via Aluva Bypass Junction and Udupi, Karnataka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Bhatkal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Bhatkal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Kochi to Bhatkal?

The distance between Kochi and Bhatkal is 561 km. The road distance is 549.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Bhatkal without a car is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,400.

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

The train from Ernakulam Jn to Bhatkal takes 11h 38m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Bhatkal bus from?

Kochi to Bhatkal bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Aluva Bypass Junction station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Bhatkal train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Bhatkal?

The best way to get from Kochi to Bhatkal is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 52m.

Where does the Kochi to Bhatkal bus arrive?

Kochi to Bhatkal bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Udupi station.

Where does the Kochi to Bhatkal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Bhatkal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Bhatkal is 549 km. It takes approximately 8h 21m to drive from Kochi to Bhatkal.

Where can I stay near Bhatkal?

There are 56+ hotels available in Bhatkal.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Bhatkaltrain 10216 / ...
11h 38m
₹310–2,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Udupibus
2. Take the bus from Udupi, Karnataka to Byndoor, Karnatakabus Udupi, Karnataka - Byndoor, Karnataka
14h 52m
Drive 549.3 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Bhatkalcar 549.3 km
8h 21m
₹6,189–8,940
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Bhatkaltaxi 549.3 km
8h 21m
₹12,000–15,000
Fly to Bajpe Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane COK - IXE
2. Take the train from Surathkal to Bhatkaltrain
9h 51m
₹7,055–13,688
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Chalakudybus
2. Take the bus from Chalakkudy to Mangalore Lalbaugbus
3. Take the train from Mangalore Jn to Bhatkaltrain
15h 1m
₹677–2,029
Fly to Shivamogga, train, taxi
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Shivamogga (RQY)plane COK - RQY
2. Take the train from Shimoga to Sagar Jambagarutrain
3. Take the taxi from Sagar Jambagaru to Bhatkaltaxi
11h 31m
₹8,235–22,868
Fly to Kannur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane COK - CNN
2. Take the train from Kannur to Bhatkaltrain
11h 29m
₹6,205–16,818

Kochi to Bhatkal by train

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11h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 560.9 km
Duration: 11h 38m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Bhatkal twice daily. Tickets cost ₹310–2,400 and the journey takes 11h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ernakulam to Bhatkal via Aluva, Aluva Bypass Junction, Udupi, Udupi, Karnataka, and Byndoor, Karnataka in around 14h 52m.

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