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Thrissur to Kochi

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

81 kmDistance
1.6 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₹90
AC Seater₹150
Non-AC Sleeper₹130
AC Sleeper₹190
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹280
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Train
Sleeper₹80
Economy₹110
Third AC₹140
Second AC₹190
First AC₹260
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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: Thrissur to Kochi

81 km · ~1h 37m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Thrissur

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

  2. 81 km · 1h 37m 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: Thrissur to Kochi

81 km · ~1h 48m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Thrissur

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

  2. Thrissur → Kochi

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~81 km

    ~1h 48m|Tentative fare ₹90–₹280

  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: Thrissur to Kochi

Nearest railway stations: Punkunnam for Thrissur, Ernakulam Jn for Kochi.

Direct trains

Amrita Express#16344 · Express
12:05 AMThrisur
1h 7m13 stops
01:12 AMEdappally
Nilambur Road Trivandrum Rajya Rani Express#16350 · Express
12:05 AMThrisur
1h 7m13 stops
01:12 AMEdappally
Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special#06001 · Superfast
01:05 AMThrisur
1h 20m14 stops
02:25 AMErnakulam Town
Chennai Central Kollam (Weekly) SF Special#06011 · Superfast
01:05 AMThrisur
1h 20m14 stops
02:25 AMErnakulam Town
DIBRUGARH - KANNIYAKUMARI Vivek Exp#15906 · Express
01:05 AMThrisur
1h 20m14 stops
02:25 AMErnakulam 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.

Thrissur to Kochi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Thrissur to Kochi is about 81 km by road, roughly 1.6 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 81 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 ₹90 · AC Seater ₹150 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹130 · AC Sleeper ₹190 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹280
  • Train: Sleeper ₹80 · Economy ₹110 · Third AC ₹140 · Second AC ₹190 · First AC ₹260

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 Thrissur to Kochi. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Aluva60 km from Thrissur

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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 Thrissur to Kochi (about 1.6 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 Thrissur
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