How to travel from Pune to Kochi, India

The distance between Pune and Kochi is around 1,026km (637 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

4 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Pune (PNQ) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    ₹10,030($125)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration24hrs
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹635($8)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration17h 20m
  • Distance1,179km (733 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pune and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Pune to Kochi by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹635 ($8) and will take around 24hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,030 ($125).

The distance between Pune and Kochi is around 1,026km (637 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 990km (615 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Pune and Kochi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 17h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pune to Kochi is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ₹10,030 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Pune and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹635 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Pune and Kochi. It typically takes around 24hrs and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Pune and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs 3 times a week and takes 24hrs.

Indian Railways run train services between Pune and Kochi. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 24hrs, 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 Pune and Kochi. We recommend that you fly from Pune (PNQ) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 3hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Pune and Kochi. Flights depart from Pune (PNQ) and arrive at Kochi (COK). The flight takes around 1h 45m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Pune and Kochi with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 45m.

IndiGo Airlines fly between Pune and Kochi. Flights depart from Pune (PNQ) and and arrive into Kochi (COK). These flights usually take around 1h 45m.

The flight from Pune to Kochi typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Pune (PNQ) 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 Pune and Kochi. The distance is around 1,179km (733 miles) by road and it will take around 17h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Pune to Kochi is to fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ₹10,030 ($125).

How do I get from Pune to Kochi

Compare travel optionsbetween Pune and Kochi

Transport options from Pune to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3hrs
₹10,030($125)
every 15 mins1,026km (637 miles)
Train and Plane5h 45m
₹8,675($110)
hourly1,294km (804 miles)
Train
24hrs
₹635($8)
3 times a week1,351km (839 miles)
Drive
17h 20m
₹11,060($140)
on demand1,179km (733 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