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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Tirumala is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹3,300 and takes 13h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Tirumala is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹25,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Thoppumpady and arriving at Tirupathi via KR Market and Kempegowda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Renigunta Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

How far is it from Kochi to Tirumala?

The distance between Kochi and Tirumala is 591 km. The road distance is 639.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Tirumala without a car is to train which takes 13h 9m and costs ₹700 - ₹3,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Kochi to Tirumala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Tirumala bus from?

Kochi to Tirumala bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, depart from Thoppumpady station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Tirumala train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kochi to Tirumala?

The best way to get from Kochi to Tirumala is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹25,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹3,300 and takes 13h 9m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the Kochi to Tirumala bus arrive?

Kochi to Tirumala bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Kochi to Tirumala train arrive?

Kochi to Tirumala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Renigunta Jn station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Tirumala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Tirumala is 640 km. It takes approximately 9h 18m to drive from Kochi to Tirumala.

Where can I stay near Tirumala?

There are 373+ hotels available in Tirumala.

Kochi to Tirumala - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kochi to Tirumala by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane COK - TIR
4h 27m
₹13,867–24,260
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Renigunta Jntrain 22838 / ...
13h 9m
₹715–3,272
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thoppumpady to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
15h 10m
Drive 639.9 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Tirumalacar 639.9 km
9h 18m
₹7,125–10,291
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Tirumalataxi 639.9 km
9h 18m
₹12,000–16,000

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tirupati Airport (TIR) flights

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3h 43mAverage Duration

₹6,787Cheapest Price

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Distance: 590.7 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and Spicejet fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tirupati Airport (TIR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Renigunta Jn 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹350–2,700 and the journey takes 11h 35m.

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