How to travel from Bhopal to Kochi, India

The distance between Bhopal and Kochi is around 1,540km (957 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 60m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Bhopal to Kochi by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Bhopal (BHO) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration3h 60m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,300($140)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration1 day 15h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹955($12)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Distance1,837km (1,142 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bhopal and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Bhopal to Kochi by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹955 ($12) and will take around 1 day 15h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,300 ($140).

The distance between Bhopal and Kochi is around 1,540km (957 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,487km (924 miles)

It takes around 3h 60m to get from Bhopal and Kochi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 2h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bhopal to Kochi is to fly which takes around 3h 60m and will set you back approx ₹11,300 ($140).

The cheapest way to travel between Bhopal and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹955 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bhopal and Kochi. It typically takes around 1 day 15h and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bhopal and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 1 day 15h.

Indian Railways run train services between Bhopal and Kochi. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 1 day 15h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bhopal and Kochi. We recommend that you fly from Bhopal (BHO) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 3h 60m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bhopal and Kochi. Flights depart from Bhopal (BHO) and arrive at Kochi (COK) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Bhopal to Kochi. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 3h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bhopal to Kochi typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Bhopal (BHO) and and arrive into Kochi (COK).

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 Bhopal and Kochi. The distance is around 1,837km (1,142 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 2h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bhopal to Kochi is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 60m and will usually cost around ₹11,300 ($140).

How do I get from Bhopal to Kochi

Compare travel optionsbetween Bhopal and Kochi

Transport options from Bhopal to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 60m
₹11,300($140)
on demand1,540km (957 miles)
Train
1 day 15h
₹955($12)
twice daily2,055km (1,277 miles)
Drive
1 day 2h
₹17,270($215)
on demand1,837km (1,142 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