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 2h 8m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹17,000.

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 Thoppumpady and arriving at FlixBus Pondicherry - Bus Stand via Salem and FlixBus Pondicherry - Rajiv Gandhi Statue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 4m.

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 283 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 via Salem which takes 12h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m 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 Spice Kerala Holidays, depart from Thoppumpady 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 2h 8m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹17,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem, which costs and takes 12h 4m, 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 Spice Kerala Holidays, arrive at Salem 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.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Puducherry.

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

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

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Fly to Kannur International Airport
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane COK - CNN
2h 8m
₹6,567–16,460
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 via Salem
1. Take the bus from Thoppumpady to Salembus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Salem to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
12h 4m
Drive 554.1 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Puducherrycar 554.1 km
8h 13m
₹5,421–7,830
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
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Villupurambus
2. Take the bus from Villupuram to Pondicherrybus
12h 40m
₹1,367–3,487

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) flights

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55 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.6 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thoppumpady to FlixBus Pondicherry - Bus Stand via Salem and FlixBus Pondicherry - Rajiv Gandhi Statue in around 12h 4m.

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