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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Karungal is to bus which costs ₹1,100 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Karungal is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Karungal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Karungal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Kaliyakkavilai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Karungal?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Karungal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Kulitthurai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Kochi to Karungal?

The distance between Kochi and Karungal is 261 km. The road distance is 252.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Karungal without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Kochi to Karungal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Karungal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Karungal train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Karungal?

The best way to get from Kochi to Karungal is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs ₹900 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Kochi to Karungal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Karungal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Karungal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Karungal is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Kochi to Karungal.

Where can I stay near Karungal?

There are 156+ hotels available in Karungal.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kochi to Karungal by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Kulitthuraitrain 16128
4h 59m
₹935–2,422
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Kaliyakkavilaibus
5h 6m
₹1,154–1,481
Drive 252.3 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Karungalcar 252.3 km
3h 55m
₹2,821–4,075
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Karungaltaxi 252.3 km
3h 55m
₹5,500–7,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane COK - TRV
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Trivandrum - Chakka Bypass to FlixBus Nagercoil - Marthandam Bus Standbus
4h 20m
₹7,647–19,970

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

10Weekly Planes

52 minAverage Duration

₹5,052Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.3 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Kulitthurai once daily. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Ernakulam to Kaliyakkavilai once daily. Tickets cost ₹290–410 and the journey takes 4h 41m.

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