What is the cheapest way to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves is to train which costs ₹1,300 - ₹7,000 and takes 34h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves?

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹43,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Thoppumpady and arriving at Aurangabad via Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Potul via Manmad Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 5m.

How far is it from Kochi to Ellora Caves?

The distance between Kochi and Ellora Caves is 1158 km. The road distance is 1315.8 km.

How do I travel from Kochi to Ellora Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves without a car is to bus which takes 28h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Ellora Caves bus from?

Kochi to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, depart from Thoppumpady station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Ellora Caves train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kochi to Ellora Caves?

The best way to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹43,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 28h 37m, you could also train, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹7,000 and takes 34h 5m.

Where does the Kochi to Ellora Caves bus arrive?

Kochi to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Kochi to Ellora Caves train arrive?

Kochi to Ellora Caves train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manmad Jn station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Ellora Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Ellora Caves is 1316 km. It takes approximately 19h 42m to drive from Kochi to Ellora Caves.

Where can I stay near Ellora Caves?

There are 153+ hotels available in Ellora Caves.

Kochi to Ellora Caves - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kochi to Ellora Caves by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU)plane COK - IXU
6h 32m
₹9,667–42,060
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Manmad Jntrain 12617
2. Take the train from Manmad Jn to Potultrain 17687
34h 5m
₹1,395–6,832
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thoppumpady to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Aurangabadbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
28h 37m
Drive 1,315.8 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Ellora Cavescar 1,315.8 km
19h 42m
₹14,732–21,279
Bus via Pune
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Mysorebus
2. Take the bus from Mysore to Punebus
3. Take the bus from Shivajinagar to Waluj Bus Standbus
37h 26m
₹2,844–6,234

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) flights

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7h 16mAverage Duration

₹8,353Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,158.1 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Ellora Caves, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thoppumpady to Ellora Caves via Bengaluru and Aurangabad in around 28h 37m.

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