How to travel from Gaya to Kochi, India

The distance between Gaya and Kochi is around 2,112km (1,312 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 40m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Gaya 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.

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Fly

Fly from Gaya (GAY) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration5h 40m
  • Flight time4h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ₹15,040($190)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Asansol Jn and then to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,275($16)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Vijayawada Jn then take the bus to Coimbatore Omni Bus Stand and then to Cochin.

  • Duration1 day 23h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,820($48)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration1 day 10h
  • Distance2,386km (1,483 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gaya and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Gaya to Kochi by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,275 ($16) and will take around 1 day 22h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹15,040 ($190).

The distance between Gaya and Kochi is around 2,112km (1,312 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,894km (1,177 miles)

It takes around 5h 40m to get from Gaya and Kochi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 10h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gaya to Kochi is to fly which takes around 5h 40m and will set you back approx ₹15,040 ($190).

The cheapest way to travel between Gaya and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,275 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gaya and Kochi. It typically takes around 1 day 22h and departs twice a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Gaya to Kochi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Asansol Jn. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 22h.

Indian Railways run train services between Gaya and Kochi. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 1 day 22h, 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 Gaya and Kochi. We recommend that you fly from Gaya (GAY) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 5h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Gaya and Kochi. Flights depart from Gaya (GAY) and arrive at Kochi (COK) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 4h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Gaya to Kochi. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 5h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Gaya to Kochi typically takes around 4h 50m. Flights depart from Gaya (GAY) 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 Gaya and Kochi. The distance is around 2,386km (1,483 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 10h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gaya to Kochi is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around ₹15,040 ($190).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Gaya and Kochi

Transport options from Gaya to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
5h 40m
₹15,040($190)
on demand2,986km (1,855 miles)
Train and Plane6hrs
₹11,140($140)
every 2 hours2,112km (1,312 miles)
Train to Ranchi, Fly10h 30m
₹14,565($185)
every 20 mins2,577km (1,601 miles)
Train
1 day 22h
₹1,275($16)
twice a week2,705km (1,681 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 23h
₹3,820($48)
once a week2,818km (1,751 miles)
Drive
1 day 10h
₹22,445($280)
on demand2,386km (1,483 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