How to travel from Kanpur to Kochi, India

The distance between Kanpur and Kochi is around 1,910km (1,187 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kanpur 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 Kanpur (KNU) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time3h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ₹13,370($170)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

+ 3 others

1 similiar route

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration1 day 21h
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,195($15)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Begumpet then take the bus to Kalamassery.

  • Duration1 day 17h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,820($48)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Distance2,243km (1,394 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kanpur and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Kanpur to Kochi by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,195 ($15) and will take around 1 day 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹13,370 ($170).

The distance between Kanpur and Kochi is around 1,910km (1,187 miles).

It takes around 4hrs to get from Kanpur and Kochi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 7h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kanpur to Kochi is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx ₹13,370 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Kanpur and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,195 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kanpur and Kochi. It typically takes around 1 day 21h and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kanpur and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a week and takes 1 day 21h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kanpur and Kochi. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 1 day 21h, 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 Kanpur and Kochi. We recommend that you fly from Kanpur (KNU) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 4hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kanpur and Kochi. Flights depart from Kanpur (KNU) and arrive at Kochi (COK) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 3h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Kanpur to Kochi. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Kanpur to Kochi typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Kanpur (KNU) 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 Kanpur and Kochi. The distance is around 2,243km (1,394 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 7h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kanpur to Kochi is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ₹13,370 ($170).

How do I get from Kanpur to Kochi

Compare travel optionsbetween Kanpur and Kochi

Transport options from Kanpur to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4hrs
₹13,370($170)
on demand1,910km (1,187 miles)
Train and Plane5h 45m
₹9,550($120)
hourly2,033km (1,263 miles)
Train
1 day 21h
₹1,195($15)
4 times a week2,690km (1,671 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 17h
₹3,820($48)
once a week2,660km (1,653 miles)
Drive
1 day 7h
₹21,090($265)
on demand2,243km (1,394 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