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

The cheapest way to get from Kotagiri to Kochi is to bus via Kizhake Chālakudi which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,100 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kotagiri to Kochi is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,600.

Is there a direct bus between Kotagiri and Kochi?

No, there is no direct bus from Kotagiri to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Coonoor and arriving at Ernakulam via Coimbatore and Chalakudy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kotagiri and Kochi?

No, there is no direct train from Kotagiri to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Metupalaiyam and arriving at Ernakulam Jn via Coimbatore Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Kotagiri to Kochi?

The distance between Kotagiri and Kochi is 281 km. The road distance is 253.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kotagiri to Kochi without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,800.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Kotagiri to Kochi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kotagiri to Kochi bus from?

Kotagiri to Kochi bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Coonoor station.

Where do I catch the Kotagiri to Kochi train from?

Kotagiri to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Coimbatore Jn station.

Train or bus from Kotagiri to Kochi?

The best way to get from Kotagiri to Kochi is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can bus via Kizhake Chālakudi, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,100 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Kotagiri to Kochi bus arrive?

Kotagiri to Kochi bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Gandhipuram station.

Where does the Kotagiri to Kochi train arrive?

Kotagiri to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ernakulam Jn station.

Can I drive from Kotagiri to Kochi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotagiri to Kochi is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Kotagiri to Kochi.

Where can I stay near Kochi?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Kochi.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kotagiri to Kochi by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Ernakulam Jntrain 16315 / ...
6h 31m
₹1,444–3,715
Bus via Kizhake Chālakudi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coonoor to Gandhipurambus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Chalakudybus
3. Take the bus from Chalakudy to Ernakulambus
8h 47m
₹1,118–2,034
Drive 253.8 km
1. Drive from Kotagiri to Kochicar 253.8 km
3h 53m
₹2,462–3,556
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kotagiri to Kochitaxi 253.8 km
3h 53m
₹6,000–7,500
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Wellington - Bus Stop to FlixBus Coimbatore - Lakshmi Millsbus FlixBus IN5143 / ...
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Coimbatore - Lakshmi Mills to FlixBus Kochi - Aluvabus FlixBus IN4411
9h 13m
₹1,398–2,228

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Distance: 280.6 km
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Kotagiri, Tamil Nādu, India and Kochi, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Coimbatore Jn to Ernakulam Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kotagiri to Kochi via Coonoor, Coimbatore, Chalakudy, and Ernakulam in around 8h 47m.

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