How to travel from Kolkata to Kochi, India

The distance between Kolkata and Kochi is around 1,946km (1,209 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 15m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Kolkata 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 Kolkata (CCU) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹10,030($125)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,035($13)
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 14h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,660($46)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Distance2,252km (1,399 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Kochi by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,035 ($13) and will take around 1 day 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,030 ($125).

The distance between Kolkata and Kochi is around 1,946km (1,209 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,903km (1,183 miles)

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Kolkata and Kochi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Kochi is to fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx ₹10,030 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,035 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kolkata and Kochi. It typically takes around 1 day 12h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kolkata and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 12h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Kochi. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 12h, 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 Kolkata and Kochi. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kolkata and Kochi. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and arrive at Kochi (COK). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Kolkata and Kochi with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 55m.

IndiGo Airlines, AirAsia India and Go First fly between Kolkata and Kochi. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and and arrive into Kochi (COK). These flights usually take around 2h 55m.

The flight from Kolkata to Kochi typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) 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 Kolkata and Kochi. The distance is around 2,252km (1,399 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Kochi is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around ₹10,030 ($125).

How do I get from Kolkata to Kochi

Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Kochi

Transport options from Kolkata to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 15m
₹10,030($125)
every 10 mins1,946km (1,209 miles)
Train
1 day 12h
₹1,035($13)
once a week2,272km (1,412 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 14h
₹3,660($46)
once daily2,409km (1,497 miles)
Drive
1 day 8h
₹21,170($265)
on demand2,252km (1,399 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