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Kottayam to Kochi

The distance from Kottayam to Kochi is about 65 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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65 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₹100

AC Sleeper₹150

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹230

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Train

Sleeper₹70

Economy₹100

Third AC₹120

Second AC₹160

First AC₹210

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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 Kottayam to Kochi is about 65 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: Kottayam to Kochi

65 km · ~1h 18m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

Start from Kottayam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
65 km · 1h 18m 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: Kottayam to Kochi

65 km · ~1h 27m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

Board at Kottayam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kottayam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
Kottayam → Kochi
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~65 km
~1h 27m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹230
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Arrive in Kochi
Kochi, Kerala
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Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Kottayam to Kochi

Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Ernakulam Jn for Kochi.

Direct trains

Trivandrum Nilambur Road Rajya Rani Express#16349 · Express

01:30 AMKottayam

1h 18m11 stops

02:48 AMErnakulam Jn

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Amrita Express#16343 · Express

01:30 AMKottayam

1h 18m11 stops

02:48 AMErnakulam Jn

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Sabari Express#17229 · Express

10:20 AMKottayam

1h 18m11 stops

11:38 AMErnakulam Jn

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Kochuveli-Dehradun Weekly Express#12287 · Superfast

11:30 AMKottayam

1h 13m11 stops

12:43 PMErnakulam Jn

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KOCHUVELI - MUMBAI LTT Garib Rath Exp#12202 · Garib Rath

11:30 AMKottayam

1h 15m12 stops

12:45 PMErnakulam Town

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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 Kottayam 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 Kottayam

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.