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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Palani is to bus which costs ₹290 - ₹700 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Palani is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Palani?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Palani. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Palani via Puthukkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Palani?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Palani. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Palani via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Kochi to Palani?

The distance between Kochi and Palani is 273 km. The road distance is 235.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Palani without a car is to train via Palakkad which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Kochi to Palani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Palani bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kochi to Palani train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Palani?

The best way to get from Kochi to Palani is to train via Palakkad which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹290 - ₹700 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Kochi to Palani bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kochi to Palani train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Palani?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Palani is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Kochi to Palani.

Where can I stay near Palani?

There are 520+ hotels available in Palani.

Kochi to Palani - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kochi to Palani by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Palakkad
best
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Palakkadtrain 12678 / ...
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Palanitrain 22652 / ...
5h 29m
₹313–2,440
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Puthukadbus
2. Take the bus from Puthukkad to Palanibus
6h 30m
₹298–701
Drive 235.6 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Palanicar 235.6 km
3h 32m
₹2,650–3,828
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Palanitaxi 235.6 km
3h 32m
₹4,800–6,000
Train
1. Take the train from Aluva to Palanitrain 16343
6h 49m
₹314–2,478
Bus via Nedumbassery
1. Take the bus from Angamaly to Thrissur, Keralabus Angamaly
2. Take the bus from Thrissur, Kerala to Palani, Tamil Nadubus Thrissur, Kerala - Palani, Tamil Nadu
7h 39m

Kochi to Palani by train

21Weekly Trains

5h 29mAverage Duration

₹313Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.9 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Ernakulam Jn to Palani via Palakkad in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ernakulam to Palani via Puthukkad in around 6h 30m.

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