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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Chennai is to train which costs ₹360 - ₹2,800 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Chennai is to subway and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Chennai. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Salem, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Perambur. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 16m.

How far is it from Kochi to Chennai?

The distance between Kochi and Chennai is 563 km. The road distance is 666 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Chennai without a car is to train which takes 12h 16m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Kochi to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Chennai bus from?

Kochi to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ernakulam station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Chennai?

The best way to get from Kochi to Chennai is to train which takes 12h 16m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem, which costs and takes 13h 22m.

Where does the Kochi to Chennai bus arrive?

Kochi to Chennai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Kochi to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Chennai is 666 km. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Kochi to Chennai.

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

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Kochi to Chennai - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kochi to Chennai by subway, plane, train, bus, or car

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Subway to Cochin International Airport, fly, subway
best
1. Take the subway from Maharajas College to Aluvasubway
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the subway from Airport to Cmbtsubway
4h 51m
₹5,634–9,158
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Peramburtrain 22640 / ...
12h 16m
₹360–2,800
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
13h 22m
Drive 666 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Chennaicar 666 km
9h 50m
₹7,535–10,884
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
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
7h 6m
₹5,552–13,839
Bus
1. Take the bus from Angamaly to Thrissur, Keralabus Angamaly
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Thrissur, Kerala - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
13h 30m

Kochi to Chennai by train

27Weekly Trains

12h 16mAverage Duration

₹360Cheapest Price

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Distance: 562.8 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Perambur 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ernakulam to Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Salem, Tamil Nadu in around 13h 22m.

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