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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Marthandam is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹1,900 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Marthandam is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,400.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Marthandam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Marthandam. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Marthandam via Kazhakootam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Marthandam?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Marthandam. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Kulitthurai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Kochi to Marthandam?

The distance between Kochi and Marthandam is 251 km. The road distance is 243 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Marthandam without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Kochi to Marthandam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Marthandam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Marthandam train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Marthandam?

The best way to get from Kochi to Marthandam is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹3,400 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Kochi to Marthandam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Marthandam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Marthandam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Marthandam is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Kochi to Marthandam.

Where can I stay near Marthandam?

There are 699+ hotels available in Marthandam.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Kulitthuraitrain 16128
4h 48m
₹505–1,872
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Kazhakkoottambus
2. Take the bus from Kazhakootam to Marthandambus
5h 39m
₹1,844–3,401
Drive 243 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Marthandamcar 243 km
3h 46m
₹2,355–3,401
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Marthandamtaxi 243 km
3h 46m
₹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 12m
₹7,727–17,470

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

7Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.4 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Marthandam, 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, you can take a vehicle from Kochi to Marthandam via Ernakulam, Kazhakkoottam, and Kazhakootam in around 5h 39m.

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