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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Kārkala is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Kārkala is to drive which takes 7h 17m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹7,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Kārkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Kārkala. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Manipal via Aluva Bypass Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Kārkala?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Kārkala. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Udupi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Kochi to Kārkala?

The distance between Kochi and Kārkala is 515 km. The road distance is 458.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Kārkala without a car is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 10h 15m to get from Kochi to Kārkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kārkala bus from?

Kochi to Kārkala bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Aluva Bypass Junction station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kārkala train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Kārkala?

The best way to get from Kochi to Kārkala is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Aluva Bypass Junction, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,600 and takes 12h 29m.

Where does the Kochi to Kārkala bus arrive?

Kochi to Kārkala bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Manipal station.

Where does the Kochi to Kārkala train arrive?

Kochi to Kārkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Udupi station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Kārkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Kārkala is 458 km. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Kochi to Kārkala.

Where can I stay near Kārkala?

There are 17+ hotels available in Kārkala.

Kochi to Kārkala - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kochi to Kārkala by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Udupitrain 12617 / ...
10h 15m
₹1,084–3,146
Bus via Aluva Bypass Junction
1. Take the bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Manipalbus
12h 29m
₹1,873–2,544
Drive 458.1 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Kārkalacar 458.1 km
7h 17m
₹5,159–7,452
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Kārkalataxi 458.1 km
7h 17m
₹10,000–12,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane COK - IXE
2. Take the taxi from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Kārkalataxi
7h 18m
₹7,605–14,418
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kalamassery to Manipalbus
13h 57m
₹1,782–3,391

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE) flights

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Distance: 515.1 km
Duration: 10h 15m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Kārkala, Karnātaka, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Udupi 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 9h 39m. Alternatively, Kohinoor Travels operates a bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Manipal twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–1,500 and the journey takes 10h 25m.

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