The Kochi to Salem train route covers approximately 381 km by rail and takes around 6.9 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Kerala to Tamil Nadu.
This is a short-distance route with both day and overnight options available. 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 381 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 | ₹943 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹524 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹377 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹147 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹84 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹419 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kochuveli-Yesvantpur Garib Rath
#12258 · GR
|
21:08 ERS |
04:17 SA |
7h 09m | Daily | 3A |
|
Allapuzha Dhanbad Slip Express
#18190 · Exp
|
ERS |
SA |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Thiruvananthapuram Central Chennai Central weekly express
#12698 · SF
|
00:13 ERS |
06:50 SA |
6h 37m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KollamChennai Central SF Special
#06010 · SF
|
00:13 ERS |
07:45 SA |
7h 32m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Alappuzha Dhanbad Tatanagar Express Slip
#13352-Slip · Exp
|
07:15 ERS |
15:00 SA |
7h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
ALAPPUZHA - DHANBAD (Bokaro) Express
#13352 · Exp
|
07:15 ERS |
14:55 SA |
7h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tirunelveli Bilaspur SF Express
#12788 · SF
|
08:30 ERS |
16:00 SA |
7h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ernakulam-Bilaspur Express
#22816 · SF
|
08:30 ERS |
16:15 SA |
7h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
TRIVANDRUM - MUMBAI CST Exp
#16332 · Exp
|
08:30 ERS |
16:00 SA |
7h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ernakulam-BangaloreCity Intercity Express
#12678 · SF
|
09:10 ERS |
15:31 SA |
6h 21m | Daily | CC |
|
Trivandrum-Korba Express
#16328 · Exp
|
10:03 ERS |
18:05 SA |
8h 02m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Raptisagar Express
#12522 · SF
|
10:10 ERS |
18:05 SA |
7h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rapti Sagar Expres
#12512 · SF
|
10:10 ERS |
18:05 SA |
7h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ahilyanagari Express
#16326 · Exp
|
10:10 ERS |
18:05 SA |
7h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sabari Express
#17229 · Exp
|
11:38 ERS |
19:25 SA |
7h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kanniyakumari-Mumbai CST Express
#16382 · Exp
|
13:11 ERS |
21:00 SA |
7h 49m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kollam Chennai Central (Weekly) SF Special
#06012 · SF
|
15:07 ERS |
22:20 SA |
7h 13m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kollam-Chennai Central SF Special
#06002 · SF
|
15:07 ERS |
22:20 SA |
7h 13m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KollamChennai Central SF Special
#06008 · SF
|
15:07 ERS |
22:20 SA |
7h 13m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kerala Express
#12625 · SF
|
15:45 ERS |
22:55 SA |
7h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ernakulam-Patna Express
#16309 · Exp
|
16:40 ERS |
00:20 SA |
7h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
ERNAKULAM - BANGALORE SF Exp
#12683 · SF
|
17:00 ERS |
23:35 SA |
6h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
ERNAKULAM - BANGALORE Weekly SF Exp
#22607 · SF
|
17:00 ERS |
23:35 SA |
6h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Alappuzha-Chennai Express
#16042 · Exp
|
17:20 ERS |
00:30 SA |
7h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
|
Millennium Expres
#12645 · SF
|
18:55 ERS |
02:15 SA |
7h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Swarna Jayanthi Express
#12643 · SF
|
18:55 ERS |
02:15 SA |
7h 20m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Tiruvananthapuram Chennai SF Mail
#12624 · SF
|
18:59 ERS |
01:40 SA |
6h 41m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Himsagar Express
#16317 · Exp
|
20:27 ERS |
04:00 SA |
7h 33m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Gurudev Express
#12659 · SF
|
20:28 ERS |
04:00 SA |
7h 32m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tiruvananthapuram Bangalore Weekly Express
#16322 · Exp
|
20:35 ERS |
03:35 SA |
7h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOCHUVELI - BANGALORE Exp
#16316 · Exp
|
20:35 ERS |
03:35 SA |
7h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum Shalimar Biweekly Express
#16323 · Exp
|
21:05 ERS |
04:00 SA |
6h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kollam-Chennai Central SF Special
#06006 · SF
|
21:08 ERS |
04:17 SA |
7h 09m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kollam-Chennai Central Special
#06004 · Exp
|
21:08 ERS |
04:17 SA |
7h 09m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum-Chennai Superfast Express
#12696 · SF
|
21:33 ERS |
04:40 SA |
7h 07m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
|
ERNAKULAM - PATNA Exp
#16359 · Exp
|
22:45 ERS |
06:00 SA |
7h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 36 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
