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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Kotagiri is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,400 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Kotagiri is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Kotagiri?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Kotagiri. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadu via Angamaly, Thrissur, Kerala and Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Kotagiri?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Kotagiri. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Metupalaiyam via Coimbatore Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Kochi to Kotagiri?

The distance between Kochi and Kotagiri is 273 km. The road distance is 253 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Kotagiri without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Kochi to Kotagiri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kotagiri bus from?

Kochi to Kotagiri bus services, operated by Merlin Connect, depart from Angamaly station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Kotagiri train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Kotagiri?

The best way to get from Kochi to Kotagiri is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Thrissur, which costs and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Kochi to Kotagiri bus arrive?

Kochi to Kotagiri bus services, operated by Merlin Connect, arrive at Thrissur, Kerala station.

Where does the Kochi to Kotagiri train arrive?

Kochi to Kotagiri train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Coimbatore Jn station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Kotagiri?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Kotagiri is 253 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Kochi to Kotagiri.

Where can I stay near Kotagiri?

There are 666+ hotels available in Kotagiri.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Coimbatore Jntrain 12678 / ...
5h 52m
₹1,103–3,339
Bus via Thrissur
1. Take the bus from Angamaly to Thrissur, Keralabus
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadubus
7h 26m
Drive 253 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Kotagiricar 253 km
4h 5m
₹2,846–4,111
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Kotagiritaxi 253 km
4h 5m
₹6,000–7,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edapally to Palakkadbus
2. Take the bus from Palakkad, Kerala to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadubus
8h 12m

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Distance: 273.1 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Kotagiri, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Coimbatore Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ernakulam to Kotagiri via Angamaly, Angamaly, Thrissur, Kerala, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, and Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadu in around 7h 26m.

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