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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Tambaram is to bus via Maraimalainagar which costs ₹750 - ₹1,400 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Tambaram is to subway and fly which takes 4h 26m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Tambaram?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Tambaram station. However, there are services departing from Cochin and arriving at Tambaram station via Guduvanchery Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Tambaram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Tambaram. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 8m.

How far is it from Kochi to Tambaram?

The distance between Kochi and Tambaram is 558 km. The road distance is 642.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Tambaram without a car is to bus which takes 12h 35m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Kochi to Tambaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Tambaram bus from?

Kochi to Tambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Cochin station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Tambaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Tambaram?

The best way to get from Kochi to Tambaram is to bus which takes 12h 35m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can train via Chennai Central, which costs ₹470 - ₹3,700 and takes 13h 47m.

Where does the Kochi to Tambaram bus arrive?

Kochi to Tambaram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Guduvancherry station.

Where does the Kochi to Tambaram train arrive?

Kochi to Tambaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Tambaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Tambaram is 642 km. It takes approximately 9h 24m to drive from Kochi to Tambaram.

Where can I stay near Tambaram?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Tambaram.

Kochi to Tambaram - 8 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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Subway to Cochin International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Maharajas College to Aluvasubway
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4h 26m
₹5,705–9,468
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Tambaramtrain 16128
18h 8m
₹460–3,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cochin to Guduvancherrybus
12h 35m
₹1,116–3,295
Train via Chennai Central
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Chennai Centraltrain 22640 / ...
13h 47m
₹475–3,647
Drive 642.2 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Tambaramcar 642.2 km
9h 24m
₹7,255–10,479
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Tambaramtaxi 642.2 km
9h 24m
₹14,000–17,000
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
6h 51m
₹5,623–10,149
Bus via Maraimalainagar
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Maraimalai Nagarbus
2. Take the bus from Maraimalainagar to Tambaram stationbus 500
13h 56m
₹780–1,331

Kochi to Tambaram by train and foot

22Weekly Services

13h 47mAverage Duration

₹475Cheapest Price

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Distance: 557.7 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Cochin to Guduvancherry once daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–3,300 and the journey takes 11h 51m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Chennai Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 48m.

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