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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Chennai Central Station is to train which costs ₹360 - ₹2,800 and takes 12h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Chennai Central Station is to subway and fly which takes 4h 54m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Chennai Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Chennai Central Station. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via Angamaly and Thrissur, Kerala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Chennai Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Chennai Central. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Kochi to Chennai Central Station?

The distance between Kochi and Chennai Central Station is 568 km. The road distance is 665.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Chennai Central Station without a car is to train which takes 12h 41m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Kochi to Chennai Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Chennai Central Station bus from?

Kochi to Chennai Central Station bus services, operated by Merlin Connect, depart from Angamaly station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Chennai Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Chennai Central Station?

The best way to get from Kochi to Chennai Central Station is to train which takes 12h 41m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus via Thrissur, which costs and takes 13h 39m.

Where does the Kochi to Chennai Central Station bus arrive?

Kochi to Chennai Central Station bus services, operated by Merlin Connect, arrive at Thrissur, Kerala station.

Where does the Kochi to Chennai Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Chennai Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Chennai Central Station is 666 km. It takes approximately 9h 49m to drive from Kochi to Chennai Central Station.

Where can I stay near Chennai Central Station?

There are 1049+ hotels available in Chennai Central Station.

Kochi to Chennai Central Station - 7 ways to travel via train, subway

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There are 7 ways to get from Kochi to Chennai Central Station by subway, plane, train, bus, or car

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Subway to Cochin International Airport, fly
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
4h 54m
₹5,715–9,018
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Chennai Centraltrain 22640 / ...
12h 41m
₹360–2,800
Bus via Thrissur
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 39m
Drive 665.7 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Chennai Central Stationcar 665.7 km
9h 49m
₹7,512–10,850
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
6h 37m
₹5,633–10,199
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Parpanangaditrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
6h 57m
₹6,379–12,441
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cochin to Vadalapanibus
16h 16m
₹1,113–3,255

Kochi to Chennai Central Station by train and foot

22Weekly Services

12h 41mAverage Duration

₹360Cheapest Price

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Distance: 568.4 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Chennai Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ernakulam to Chennai Central Station via Angamaly, Angamaly, Thrissur, Kerala, and Chennai, Tamil Nadu in around 13h 39m.

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