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Alappuzha to Kochi

The distance from Alappuzha to Kochi is about 67 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). Kochi is well connected by road from all parts of the state as well as other major

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67 kmDistance

1.5 hrsDuration

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Car / Taxi

Swift Dzire₹5,270

Ertiga₹6,687

Innova₹6,971

Innova Crysta₹8,613

Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus

Non-AC Seater₹70

AC Seater₹120

Non-AC Sleeper₹110

AC Sleeper₹150

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹240

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Train

Sleeper₹70

Economy₹100

Third AC₹120

Second AC₹160

First AC₹220

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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Overview

The distance from Alappuzha to Kochi is about 67 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). Kochi is well connected by road from all parts of the state as well as other major cities. Three major national highways connect Kochi with other parts of the country.

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By Car: Alappuzha to Kochi

67 km · ~1h 20m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

Start from Alappuzha
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
67 km · 1h 20m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Kochi
Kochi, Kerala

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Alappuzha to Kochi

67 km · ~1h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

Board at Alappuzha
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Alappuzha. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
Alappuzha → Kochi
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~67 km
~1h 29m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹240
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Arrive in Kochi
Kochi, Kerala
Hotels in Kochi

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Alappuzha to Kochi

Nearest railway stations: Alleppey for Alappuzha, Ernakulam Jn for Kochi.

Direct trains

Trivandrum Nilambur Road Rajya Rani Express#16349 · Express

01:35 AMKumaranallur

1h 13m10 stops

02:48 AMErnakulam Jn

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Amrita Express#16343 · Express

01:35 AMKumaranallur

1h 13m10 stops

02:48 AMErnakulam Jn

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CHENNAI EGMORE - GURUVAYUR Exp#16127 · Express

02:34 AMTumboli

1h 6m11 stops

03:40 AMErnakulam Jn

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Alappuzha Dhanbad Tatanagar Express Slip#13352-Slip · Express

06:04 AMTumboli

1h 6m11 stops

07:10 AMErnakulam Jn

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ALAPPUZHA - DHANBAD (Bokaro) Express#13352 · Express

06:04 AMTumboli

1h 6m11 stops

07:10 AMErnakulam Jn

2A3ASLRunning days & live status ↗

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

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Things to Do in Kochi

Visit Fort Kochi Beach

A serene stretch of shoreline where you can watch the famous Chinese fishing nets being operated, and enjoy a peaceful evening walk with views of the Arabian Sea.

Visit Santa Cruz Basilica

One of the oldest churches in India, with a striking Gothic-style exterior and beautifully painted ceilings, frescoes, and stained-glass windows.

Visit St. Francis Church

The oldest European church in India, where Vasco da Gama was originally buried before his remains were taken to Portugal, with a simple yet historic colonial…

Visit Mattancherry Palace

A historic palace built by the Portuguese and later renovated by the Dutch, known for its stunning murals depicting Hindu mythology and royal portraits.

Visit Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue

A narrow, bustling street lined with antique shops and spice stores, home to the 400-year-old Paradesi Synagogue with its hand-painted Chinese tiles and ancient scrolls.

Visit Fort Kochi

Fort Kochi, formerly also known as Fort Cochin, is a region of Kochi city in Kerala, India. Fort Kochi takes its name from the Fort Manuel of Kochi, the first European…

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Suggested Kochi Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kochi

Travel from Alappuzha to Kochi (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
Visit Fort Kochi Beach

Day 2Explore Kochi

Visit Santa Cruz Basilica
Visit St. Francis Church
Visit Mattancherry Palace

Day 3Last sights and departure

Visit Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue
Head back to Alappuzha

Suggested from Kochi's top sights.

Travel Tips

Kochi is well connected by road from all parts of the state as well as other major cities.

NH 66 (old no: NH 17), the 7th longest highway in India, connects Kochi with Mumbai via most of major towns in Malabar, Mangalore, Goa.

The heavily congested NH 544 (old name: NH 47) connects Thiruvananthapuram with Kochi and continues on to Coimbatore and Salem in Tamil Nadu via Palakkad and Thrissur.

NH 49 connects Kochi with Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu which passes through Madurai via Munnar.