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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Kannur is to bus via Thrissur which costs ₹340 - ₹2,300 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Kannur is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Kannur?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Kannur. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Kannur via Aluva Bypass Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Kannur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Kannur. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Kochi to Kannur?

The distance between Kochi and Kannur is 284 km. The road distance is 272 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Kannur without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Ernakulam Jn to Kannur takes 5h 22m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kannur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kannur train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Kannur?

The best way to get from Kochi to Kannur is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Kochi to Kannur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Kannur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Kannur?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Kannur is 272 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Kochi to Kannur.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kochi to Kannur?

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Where can I stay near Kannur?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Kannurtrain 16346 / ...
5h 22m
₹210–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Kannurbus
7h 18m
Drive 272 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Kannurcar 272 km
4h 24m
₹3,074–4,440
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Kannurtaxi 272 km
4h 24m
₹5,500–7,000
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Maharajas College to Aluvasubway
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane COK - CNN
4h 27m
₹6,005–15,218
Bus via Thrissur
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Thrissurbus
2. Take the bus from Thrissur to Kannurbus
8h 26m
₹347–2,276

Kochi to Kannur by train

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5h 22mAverage Duration

₹210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.4 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Kannur every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 22m. Alternatively, Kohinoor Travels operates a bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Kannur twice daily, and the journey takes 5h 47m.

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