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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Tirupati is to bus which costs ₹900 - ₹1,900 and takes 18h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Tirupati is to fly which takes 7h 22m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹25,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Tirupati?

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

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Tirupati?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Tirupati. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Tirupati via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Kochi to Tirupati?

The distance between Kochi and Tirupati is 679 km. The road distance is 627.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Tirupati without a car is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs ₹650 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 12h 5m to get from Kochi to Tirupati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Tirupati bus from?

Kochi to Tirupati bus services, operated by KSRTC, depart from Aluva station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Tirupati train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kochi to Tirupati?

The best way to get from Kochi to Tirupati is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs ₹650 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Bengaluru, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹3,600 and takes 15h 10m, you could also fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹25,000 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Kochi to Tirupati bus arrive?

Kochi to Tirupati bus services, operated by KSRTC, arrive at Kempegowda Bus Station.

Where does the Kochi to Tirupati train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kochi to Tirupati?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Tirupati is 628 km. It takes approximately 9h 6m to drive from Kochi to Tirupati.

Where can I stay near Tirupati?

There are 392+ hotels available in Tirupati.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Tirupatitrain 12645 / ...
12h 5m
₹665–3,072
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Aluva to Kempegowda Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
15h 10m
₹1,756–3,553
Drive 627.7 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Tirupaticar 627.7 km
9h 6m
₹7,165–10,350
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Tirupatitaxi 627.7 km
9h 6m
₹12,000–15,000
Fly to Tirupati Airport
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane COK - TIR
7h 22m
₹10,929–24,153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Angamaly to Coimbatorebus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore - Gandhipuram SETC to Tirupathibus
18h 20m
₹908–1,838
Subway, fly to Chennai International Airport, train, line 12626 train
1. Take the subway from Maharajas College to Aluvasubway
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
4. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Tirupatitrain
9h 22m
₹5,719–12,098

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

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4h 57mAverage Duration

₹10,501Cheapest Price

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Distance: 679.1 km
Duration: 12h 5m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Tirupati twice a week. Tickets cost ₹350–2,700 and the journey takes 11h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kochi to Tirupathi via Ernakulam, Aluva, and Kempegowda in around 15h 10m.

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