How to travel from Alappuzha to Kochi, India

The distance between Alappuzha and Kochi is around 56km (35 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 49min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Alappuzha to Kochi by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KochiAlappuzha if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration57min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₹80($1)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Thrissur KSRTC.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹160($2)
Operated by

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Kochi.

  • Duration49min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,355($17)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration49min
  • Distance56km (35 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Alappuzha and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Alappuzha to Kochi by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹80 ($1) and will take around 57min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 49min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹1,355 ($17).

The distance between Alappuzha and Kochi is around 56km (35 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 50km (31 miles)

It takes around 57min to get from Alappuzha and Kochi by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 49min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Alappuzha to Kochi is to take a taxi which takes around 49min and will set you back approx ₹1,355 ($17).

The cheapest way to travel between Alappuzha and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹80 ($1) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Alappuzha and Kochi. It typically takes around 57min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Alappuzha and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 57min.

Indian Railways run train services between Alappuzha and Kochi. Trains depart hourly and will take around 57min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Alappuzha and Kochi. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Alappuzha and Kochi with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 3h 20m.

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation run regular bus services between Alappuzha and Kochi. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 3h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Alappuzha to Kochi. We recommend that you take the train to Ernakulam Jn. instead which will take 57min.

The closest major airport to Kochi is Cochin International Airport (COK) (COK) which is approximately 28km (18 miles) from Kochi. Calicut International Airport (CCJ) (CCJ) and Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Alappuzha and Kochi. The distance is around 56km (35 miles) by road and it will take around 49min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Alappuzha to Kochi is to take the train which takes, on average, 57min and will usually cost around ₹80 ($1).

How do I get from Alappuzha to Kochi

Compare travel optionsbetween Alappuzha and Kochi

Transport options from Alappuzha to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
57min
₹80($1)
hourly57km (36 miles)
Bus
3h 20m
₹160($2)
5 times a day62km (38 miles)
Taxi
49min
₹1,355($17)
on demand56km (35 miles)
Drive
49min
₹555($7)
on demand56km (35 miles)

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Airports near Kochi

The following major airports near Kochi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

COK
Cochin International Airport (COK)
International Airport
Distance
28km (18 miles) from Kochi
CCJ
Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
International Airport
Distance
139km (86 miles) from Kochi
CJB
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
International Airport
Distance
149km (92 miles) from Kochi