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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Ranchi is to train which costs ₹1,200 - ₹8,000 and takes 45h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Ranchi is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹18,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Ranchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Ranchi. However, there are services departing from Thoppumpady and arriving at Ranchi via Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Ranchi?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Ranchi. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Hatia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 30m.

How far is it from Kochi to Ranchi?

The distance between Kochi and Ranchi is 1786 km. The road distance is 2153.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Ranchi without a car is to train which takes 45h 30m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹8,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Kochi to Ranchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Ranchi bus from?

Kochi to Ranchi bus services, operated by Breeze Connect, depart from Thoppumpady station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Ranchi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kochi to Ranchi?

The best way to get from Kochi to Ranchi is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹18,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹8,000 and takes 45h 30m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Kochi to Ranchi bus arrive?

Kochi to Ranchi bus services, operated by Breeze Connect, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Kochi to Ranchi train arrive?

Kochi to Ranchi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Hatia station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Ranchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Ranchi is 2153 km. It takes approximately 31h 51m to drive from Kochi to Ranchi.

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

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Where can I stay near Ranchi?

There are 136+ hotels available in Ranchi.

Kochi to Ranchi - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kochi to Ranchi by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane COK - IXR
5h 23m
₹11,407–17,670
Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Hatiatrain 13352 / ...
45h 30m
₹1,265–7,872
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thoppumpady to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Ranchibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
2d 1h
Drive 2,153.4 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Ranchicar 2,153.4 km
31h 51m
₹20,885–30,167

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) flights

96Weekly Planes

6h 44mAverage Duration

₹9,943Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,785.9 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) hourly. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Hatia once daily. Tickets cost ₹950–7,500 and the journey takes 45h 20m.

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