How to travel from Bhubaneshwar to Kochi, India

The distance between Bhubaneshwar and Kochi is around 1,708km (1,061 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 50m.

4 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Bhubaneswar (BBI) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,150($115)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹875($11)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Visakhapatnam then take the bus to Bangalore Madiwala and then to Kalamassery.

  • Duration1 day 10h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,265($41)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration1 day 1h
  • Distance1,820km (1,131 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bhubaneshwar and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Bhubaneshwar to Kochi by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹875 ($11) and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,150 ($115).

The distance between Bhubaneshwar and Kochi is around 1,708km (1,061 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,540km (957 miles)

It takes around 3h 50m to get from Bhubaneshwar and Kochi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 1h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bhubaneshwar to Kochi is to fly which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx ₹9,150 ($115).

The cheapest way to travel between Bhubaneshwar and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹875 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bhubaneshwar and Kochi. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bhubaneshwar and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a week and takes 1 day 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Bhubaneshwar and Kochi. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 1 day 8h, 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 Bhubaneshwar and Kochi. We recommend that you fly from Bhubaneswar (BBI) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 3h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bhubaneshwar and Kochi. Flights depart from Bhubaneswar (BBI) and arrive at Kochi (COK) - via Hyderabad (HYD). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Bhubaneshwar to Kochi. There is however a flight that goes via Hyderabad (HYD). This services will take at least 3h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bhubaneshwar to Kochi typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Bhubaneswar (BBI) 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 Bhubaneshwar and Kochi. The distance is around 1,820km (1,131 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 1h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bhubaneshwar to Kochi is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around ₹9,150 ($115).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Bhubaneshwar and Kochi

Transport options from Bhubaneshwar to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 50m
₹9,150($115)
every 10 mins1,708km (1,061 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹875($11)
5 times a week1,917km (1,191 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 10h
₹3,265($41)
once daily2,118km (1,316 miles)
Drive
1 day 1h
₹17,110($215)
on demand1,820km (1,131 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