How to travel from Kozhikode to Kochi, India

The distance between Kozhikode and Kochi is around 177km (110 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 2h 55m.

4 routes found

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

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Thrissur KSRTC.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹240($3)
Operated by

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹160($2)
Operated by

Indian Railways

🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Kochi.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,175($65)
Operated by

Smart Taxi

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance183km (114 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kozhikode and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Kozhikode to Kochi by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹160 ($2) and will take around 3h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹5,175 ($65).

The distance between Kozhikode and Kochi is around 177km (110 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 156km (97 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Kozhikode and Kochi by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kozhikode to Kochi is to take a taxi which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₹5,175 ($65).

The cheapest way to travel between Kozhikode and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹160 ($2) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kozhikode and Kochi. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kozhikode and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 3h 35m.

Indian Railways run train services between Kozhikode and Kochi. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 3h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kozhikode and Kochi. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Kozhikode and Kochi with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 3hrs.

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation run regular bus services between Kozhikode and Kochi. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kozhikode to Kochi. We recommend that you take the bus to Thrissur KSRTC. instead which will take 3hrs.

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 Kozhikode and Kochi. The distance is around 183km (114 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kozhikode to Kochi is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ₹240 ($3).

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Transport options from Kozhikode to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3hrs
₹240($3)
5 times a day177km (110 miles)
Train
3h 35m
₹160($2)
every 3 hours195km (121 miles)
Taxi
2h 55m
₹5,175($65)
on demand183km (114 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
₹1,750($22)
on demand183km (114 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