The Coimbatore to Kochi train route covers approximately 192 km by rail and takes around 3.5 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Tamil Nadu to Kerala.
This is a short-distance route with day trains being the most convenient option. Multiple train types operate on this route — from premium Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to affordable Sleeper and General class services.
Train tickets can be booked on IRCTC up to 120 days in advance. During peak seasons (October-March, festivals, summer holidays), tickets sell out quickly — book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 192 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.
| Class | Description | Approx. Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1AAC First Class | Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding | ₹475 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹264 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹190 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹74 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹42 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹211 |
* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Runs | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Yesvantapur Kochuveli Garib Rath Express
#12257 · GR
|
03:55 CBE |
07:59 ERS |
4h 04m | Daily | 3A |
|
MUMBAI CST - TRIVANDRUM Exp
#16331 · Exp
|
CBE |
22:40 ERS |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Mumbai CST - Kanyakumari Express
#16381 · Exp
|
00:05 CBE |
04:49 ERS |
28h 44m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BANGALORE - KOCHUVELI Exp
#16315 · Exp
|
00:20 CBE |
04:40 ERS |
4h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tea Garden Express
#16865 · Exp
|
01:00 CBE |
06:15 ERS |
5h 15m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL,FC |
|
Swarna Jayanti Express
#12644 · SF
|
01:20 CBE |
05:50 ERS |
4h 30m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Millennium Express
#12646 · SF
|
01:20 CBE |
06:00 ERS |
4h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Bangalore Tiruvananthapuram Weekly Express
#16321 · Exp
|
02:00 CBE |
06:20 ERS |
4h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Central-Kollam Special
#06003 · Exp
|
03:55 CBE |
07:59 ERS |
4h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special
#06005 · SF
|
03:55 CBE |
07:59 ERS |
4h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kerala Express
#12626 · SF
|
05:15 CBE |
09:30 ERS |
4h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Visakhapatnam-Kollam Sabarimalai Special
#08569 · Exp
|
06:45 CBE |
11:34 ERS |
4h 49m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai CentralKollam SF Special
#06009 · SF
|
06:55 CBE |
11:39 ERS |
4h 44m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rapti Sagar Express
#12511 · SF
|
08:00 CBE |
13:10 ERS |
5h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ahilyanagari Express
#16325 · Exp
|
08:00 CBE |
13:10 ERS |
5h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Korba Tiruvananthapuram Express
#16327 · Exp
|
08:00 CBE |
13:04 ERS |
5h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Raptisagar Express
#12521 · SF
|
08:00 CBE |
13:20 ERS |
5h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Sabari Express
#17230 · Exp
|
08:35 CBE |
13:53 ERS |
5h 18m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Himsagar Express
#16318 · Exp
|
10:05 CBE |
14:23 ERS |
4h 18m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shalimar-Nagercoil Gurudev Express
#12660 · SF
|
11:30 CBE |
15:48 ERS |
4h 18m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tatanagar- Alappuzha (Alleppey) Express
#18189 · Exp
|
12:10 CBE |
18:10 ERS |
6h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
DHANBAD - ALAPPUZHA Exp
#13351 · Exp
|
12:10 CBE |
18:10 ERS |
6h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shalimar Tiruvananthapuram Express
#16324 · Exp
|
12:40 CBE |
17:25 ERS |
4h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Patna - Ernakulam Express
#16310 · Exp
|
12:40 CBE |
17:30 ERS |
4h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Bangalore City - Ernakulam Intercity SF Express
#12677 · SF
|
13:10 CBE |
16:55 ERS |
3h 45m | Daily | CC |
|
Bilaspur-Ernakulam Express
#22815 · SF
|
17:20 CBE |
21:35 ERS |
4h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
PATNA - ERNAKULAM Express
#16360 · Exp
|
18:30 CBE |
23:00 ERS |
4h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Coimbatore-Nagercoil Special
#06617 · Exp
|
20:20 CBE |
00:28 ERS |
4h 08m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special
#06001 · SF
|
22:35 CBE |
02:38 ERS |
4h 03m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Central Kollam (Weekly) SF Special
#06011 · SF
|
22:35 CBE |
02:38 ERS |
4h 03m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special
#06007 · SF
|
22:50 CBE |
03:23 ERS |
4h 33m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai-Trivandrum SuperFast Express
#12695 · SF
|
23:10 CBE |
02:58 ERS |
3h 48m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 32 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
IRCTC — Book train tickets online, check PNR status
National Train Enquiry System — Live train status, schedule, seat availability
ConfirmTkt — PNR prediction and alternative route suggestions
Indian Railways — Official website of Ministry of Railways