How to travel from Nellore to Kochi, India

The distance between Nellore and Kochi is around 738km (459 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5hrs.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Nellore to Kochi by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Renigunta Jn then fly from Tirupati (TIR) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,550($120)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Coimbatore Omni Bus Stand and then to Cochin.

  • Duration14h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,785($35)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration18hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹480($6)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration11h 20m
  • Distance787km (489 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nellore and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Nellore to Kochi by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹480 ($6) and will take around 18hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,550 ($120).

The distance between Nellore and Kochi is around 738km (459 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 645km (401 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Nellore and Kochi by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nellore to Kochi is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx ₹9,550 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Nellore and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹480 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Nellore and Kochi. It typically takes around 18hrs and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Nellore and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 18hrs.

Indian Railways run train services between Nellore and Kochi. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 18hrs, 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 Nellore and Kochi. It typically takes around 14h 30m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Nellore to Kochi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Coimbatore Omni Bus Stand. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 14h 30m.

Kallada Tours and Travels and Parveen Travels run regular bus services between Nellore and Kochi. Buses run once daily and take around 14h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nellore to Kochi. We recommend that you take the train to Renigunta Jn then fly from Tirupati (TIR) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 5hrs.

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 Nellore and Kochi. The distance is around 787km (489 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nellore to Kochi is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ₹9,550 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Nellore and Kochi

Transport options from Nellore to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 2 similar
5hrs
₹9,550($120)
hourly738km (459 miles)
Train to Chennai Central, Fly5h 35m
₹6,605($83)
every 3 hours752km (467 miles)
Train to Renigunta Jn, plane7h 40m
₹15,280($190)
every 4 hours741km (461 miles)
Bus
14h 30m
₹2,785($35)
once daily908km (564 miles)
Train
18hrs
₹480($6)
twice daily874km (543 miles)
Drive
11h 20m
₹7,400($95)
on demand787km (489 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