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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹3,800 and takes 14h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Puducherry is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹25,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Indira Gandi Statue via Aluva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Pondicherry via Erode Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 55m.

How far is it from Kochi to Puducherry?

The distance between Kochi and Puducherry is 476 km. The road distance is 554.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Puducherry without a car is to bus which takes 12h 29m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Kochi to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Puducherry bus from?

Kochi to Puducherry bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Aluva station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Puducherry train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kochi to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Kochi to Puducherry is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹25,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,800 and takes 12h 29m, you could also train, which costs ₹700 - ₹3,800 and takes 14h 55m.

Where does the Kochi to Puducherry bus arrive?

Kochi to Puducherry bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Indira Gandi Statue station.

Where does the Kochi to Puducherry train arrive?

Kochi to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Erode Jn station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Puducherry is 554 km. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Kochi to Puducherry.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kochi to Puducherry?

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Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1128+ hotels available in Puducherry.

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

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Fly to Pondicherry
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane COK - PNY
4h 33m
₹10,817–24,560
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Erode Jntrain 18190 / ...
2. Take the train from Erode Jn to Pondicherrytrain 16856 / ...
14h 55m
₹735–3,772
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Indira Gandi Statuebus
12h 29m
₹1,076–2,753
Drive 554.1 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Puducherrycar 554.1 km
8h 13m
₹6,217–8,980
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Puducherrytaxi 554.1 km
8h 13m
₹11,000–14,000
Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
6h 40m
₹6,237–12,160
Bus via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the bus from Thoppumpady to Tiruchirappallibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirappalli to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
13h 45m

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY) flights

30Weekly Planes

5h 14mAverage Duration

₹9,927Cheapest Price

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Distance: 476 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Pondicherry (PNY) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Aluva to Indira Gandi Statue once daily. Tickets cost ₹750–2,300 and the journey takes 10h 49m.

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