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Pathanamthitta to Kochi

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Pathanamthitta, Kerala to Kochi, Kerala.

128 kmDistance
2.6 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

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₹140
AC Seater₹230
Non-AC Sleeper₹200
AC Sleeper₹290
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹410
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Train
Sleeper₹110
Economy₹160
Third AC₹210
Second AC₹290
First AC₹390
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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.

Route Map

By Car: Pathanamthitta to Kochi

128 km · ~2h 34m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Pathanamthitta

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 128 km · 2h 34m 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: Pathanamthitta to Kochi

128 km · ~2h 51m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Pathanamthitta

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Pathanamthitta. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Pathanamthitta → Kochi

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~128 km

    ~2h 51m|Tentative fare ₹140–₹410

  3. Arrive in Kochi

    Kochi, Kerala

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

By Train: Pathanamthitta to Kochi

Nearest railway stations: Chengannur for Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam Jn for Kochi.

Direct trains

Trivandrum Nilambur Road Rajya Rani Express#16349 · Express
12:40 AMChengannur
2h 8m15 stops
02:48 AMErnakulam Jn
Amrita Express#16343 · Express
12:40 AMChengannur
2h 8m15 stops
02:48 AMErnakulam Jn
Sabari Express#17229 · Express
09:30 AMChengannur
2h 8m15 stops
11:38 AMErnakulam Jn
Kochuveli-Dehradun Weekly Express#12287 · Superfast
10:40 AMChengannur
2h 3m15 stops
12:43 PMErnakulam Jn
KOCHUVELI - MUMBAI LTT Garib Rath Exp#12202 · Garib Rath
10:40 AMChengannur
2h 5m16 stops
12:45 PMErnakulam Town

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.

Pathanamthitta to Kochi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Pathanamthitta to Kochi is about 128 km by road, roughly 2.6 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 128 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹140 · AC Seater ₹230 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹200 · AC Sleeper ₹290 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹410
  • Train: Sleeper ₹110 · Economy ₹160 · Third AC ₹210 · Second AC ₹290 · First AC ₹390

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Pathanamthitta to Kochi. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Kallooppara30 km from Pathanamthitta
  2. Kottayam60 km from Pathanamthitta
  3. Cherthala90 km from Pathanamthitta
  4. Maradu105 km from Pathanamthitta

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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 Pathanamthitta to Kochi (about 2.6 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 Pathanamthitta
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