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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Chidambaram is to bus which costs ₹900 - ₹1,700 and takes 18h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Chidambaram is to fly and train which takes 6h 28m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Cochin and arriving at Chidambaram via Erode GH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Chidambaram?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Chidambaram. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Chidambaram via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 7m.

How far is it from Kochi to Chidambaram?

The distance between Kochi and Chidambaram is 540 km. The road distance is 486.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Chidambaram without a car is to bus via Erode which takes 11h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Kochi to Chidambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Chidambaram bus from?

Kochi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Cochin station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Chidambaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Chidambaram?

The best way to get from Kochi to Chidambaram is to bus via Erode which takes 11h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹3,800 and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Kochi to Chidambaram bus arrive?

Kochi to Chidambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Erode station.

Where does the Kochi to Chidambaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Chidambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Chidambaram is 487 km. It takes approximately 7h 45m to drive from Kochi to Chidambaram.

Where can I stay near Chidambaram?

There are 66+ hotels available in Chidambaram.

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

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

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Fly to Pondicherry, bus
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane COK - PNY
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
6h 50m
₹11,197–25,950
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain 16188 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
14h 7m
₹745–3,772
Bus via Erode
1. Take the bus from Cochin to Erodebus
2. Take the bus from Erode GH to Chidambarambus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
11h 44m
Drive 486.9 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Chidambaramcar 486.9 km
7h 45m
₹5,457–7,882
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Chidambaramtaxi 486.9 km
7h 45m
₹9,500–12,000
Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2. Take the train from Tambaram to Chidambaramtrain
6h 28m
₹6,347–13,110
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane COK - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Chidambaramtrain
8h 36m
₹7,727–16,160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Mattuthavani Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambarambus
18h 22m
₹915–1,681

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY) flights

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4h 54mAverage Duration

₹6,463Cheapest Price

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Distance: 540.3 km
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kochi to Chidambaram via Cochin, Erode, and Erode GH in around 11h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kochi to Chidambaram via Ernakulam Jn and Tiruchchirapali in around 14h 7m.

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