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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Kalakkad is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹2,400 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Kalakkad is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,400.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Kalakkad?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Kalakkad. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Valliyur via Kazhakootam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Kalakkad?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Kalakkad. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Nanguneri via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Kochi to Kalakkad?

The distance between Kochi and Kalakkad is 337 km. The road distance is 269.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Kalakkad without a car is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹4,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Kochi to Kalakkad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kalakkad bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kalakkad train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Kalakkad?

The best way to get from Kochi to Kalakkad is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹4,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹2,400 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Kochi to Kalakkad bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Kalakkad train arrive?

Kochi to Kalakkad train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Nanguneri station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Kalakkad?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Kalakkad is 270 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Kochi to Kalakkad.

Where can I stay near Kalakkad?

There are 17+ hotels available in Kalakkad.

Kochi to Kalakkad - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Kazhakkoottambus
2. Take the bus from Kazhakootam to Valliyurbus
6h 55m
₹2,136–3,977
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Nanguneritrain 16128
7h 45m
₹725–2,305
Drive 269.9 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Kalakkadcar 269.9 km
4h 10m
₹3,035–4,384
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Kalakkadtaxi 269.9 km
4h 10m
₹6,000–7,500
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane COK - TRV
2. Take the taxi from Trivandrum (TRV) to Kalakkadtaxi
5h 47m
₹7,905–16,518

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

7Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

₹4,978Cheapest Price

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Distance: 336.8 km
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Ernakulam to Kalakkad via Kazhakkoottam, Kazhakootam, and Valliyur in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Nanguneri once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 7h 33m.

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