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 10h 47m.

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 Bhatkal via Aluva and Udupi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 1m.

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 three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 47m.

How far is it from Kochi to Bhatkal?

The distance between Kochi and Bhatkal is 561 km. The road distance is 549.8 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 10h 47m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,400.

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

The train from Ernakulam Jn to Bhatkal takes 10h 47m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Bhatkal bus from?

Kochi to Bhatkal bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Aluva 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 10h 47m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹800 - ₹2,200 and takes 15h 1m.

Where does the Kochi to Bhatkal bus arrive?

Kochi to Bhatkal bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, 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 550 km. It takes approximately 8h 21m to drive from Kochi to Bhatkal.

Where can I stay near Bhatkal?

There are 57+ hotels available in Bhatkal.

Kochi to Bhatkal - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Bhatkaltrain 10216 / ...
10h 47m
₹310–2,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Udupibus
2. Take the bus from Udupi to Bhatkalbus
15h 1m
₹813–2,144
Drive 549.8 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Bhatkalcar 549.8 km
8h 21m
₹6,183–8,931
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Bhatkaltaxi 549.8 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 Thokur to Bhatkaltrain
10h 11m
₹6,955–14,568
Fly to Shivamogga, train, taxi
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Shivamogga (RQY)plane COK - RQY
2. Take the train from Shimoga Town to Talguppatrain
3. Take the taxi from Talguppa to Bhatkaltaxi
11h 19m
₹7,945–23,468
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
10h 56m
₹5,105–14,818

Kochi to Bhatkal by train

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10h 47mAverage Duration

₹310Cheapest Price

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Distance: 560.9 km
Duration: 10h 47m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Bhatkal 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹310–2,400 and the journey takes 10h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ernakulam to Bhatkal via Aluva and Udupi in around 15h 1m.

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