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

The cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Kochi is to train which costs ₹350 - ₹2,900 and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Kochi is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs ₹3,500 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Thoothukudi and Kochi?

No, there is no direct bus from Thoothukudi to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Cochin via Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, Kesavadasapuram, Ambalapuzha and Alappuzha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Thoothukudi and Kochi?

No, there is no direct train from Thoothukudi to Kochi. However, there are services departing from Tuticorin and arriving at Ernakulam Jn via Maniyachchi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

How far is it from Thoothukudi to Kochi?

The distance between Thoothukudi and Kochi is 407 km. The road distance is 314.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Kochi without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Thoothukudi to Kochi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Kochi bus from?

Thoothukudi to Kochi bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, depart from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Kochi train from?

Thoothukudi to Kochi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Maniyachchi Jn station.

Train, bus or fly from Thoothukudi to Kochi?

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Kochi is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹350 - ₹2,900 and takes 10h 19m, you could also fly, which costs ₹9,000 - ₹21,000 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Kochi bus arrive?

Thoothukudi to Kochi bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, arrive at Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Kochi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thoothukudi to Kochi?

Yes, the driving distance between Thoothukudi to Kochi is 315 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Thoothukudi to Kochi.

Where can I stay near Kochi?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Kochi.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus
3. Take the bus from Kesavadasapuram to Ambalapuzhabus
4. Take the bus from Alappuzha to Cochinbus
8h 45m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Ernakulam Jntrain 16127
10h 19m
₹358–2,808
Drive 314.7 km
1. Drive from Thoothukudi to Kochicar 314.7 km
4h 49m
₹3,539–5,112
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thoothukudi to Kochitaxi 314.7 km
4h 49m
₹7,000–8,500
Fly
1. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane TCR - COK
6h 6m
₹9,171–20,789

Thoothukudi to Kochi by train

7Weekly Trains

10h 19mAverage Duration

₹358Cheapest Price

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Distance: 407.3 km
Duration: 8h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Cochin via Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Kesavadasapuram, Ambalapuzha, and Alappuzha in around 8h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Maniyachchi Jn to Ernakulam Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹240–1,900 and the journey takes 8h 50m.

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