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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Melur is to bus which costs ₹950 - ₹1,200 and takes 12h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Melur is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Melur?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Melur. However, there are services departing from Thoppumpady and arriving at Melur via Tiruchirapalli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Melur?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Melur. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Madurai Jn via Palakkad and Kodaikanal Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Kochi to Melur?

The distance between Kochi and Melur is 264 km. The road distance is 274.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Melur without a car is to train via Palakkad which takes 9h 40m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Kochi to Melur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Melur bus from?

Kochi to Melur bus services, operated by Spice Kerala Holidays, depart from Thoppumpady station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Melur train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kochi to Melur?

The best way to get from Kochi to Melur is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹20,000. Alternatively, you can train via Palakkad, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,700 and takes 9h 40m, you could also bus via Tiruchirappalli, which costs and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Kochi to Melur bus arrive?

Kochi to Melur bus services, operated by Spice Kerala Holidays, arrive at Tiruchirappalli station.

Where does the Kochi to Melur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Melur?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Melur is 274 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Kochi to Melur.

Where can I stay near Melur?

There are eight+ hotels available in Melur.

Kochi to Melur - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Kochi to Melur by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Madurai (IXM)plane COK - IXM
4h 27m
₹10,717–19,060
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Madurai Jntrain 16128
12h 5m
₹630–3,322
Train via Palakkad
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Palakkadtrain
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Kodaikanal Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Kodaikanal Road to Madurai Jntrain
9h 40m
₹1,275–4,622
Bus via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the bus from Thoppumpady to Tiruchirappallibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli to Melurbus Tiruchirapalli - Melur
11h 53m
Drive 274.1 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Melurcar 274.1 km
4h 48m
₹3,075–4,442
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Melurtaxi 274.1 km
4h 48m
₹5,500–7,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Mattuthavani Bus Stopbus
12h 39m
₹955–1,201

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Madurai (IXM) flights

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5h 2mAverage Duration

₹6,646Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264.4 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

IndiGo Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, and Air India Express fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Madurai (IXM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kochi to Melur via Ernakulam Jn, Palakkad, Kodaikanal Road, and Madurai Jn in around 9h 40m.

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