The Thiruvananthapuram to Kochi train route covers approximately 234 km by rail and takes around 4.3 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Kerala 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 234 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 | ₹579 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹322 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹232 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹90 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹51 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹257 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Trivandrum-Kozhikode Jan Shatabdi Express
#12076 · JShtb
|
06:00 TVC |
09:15 ERS |
3h 15m | Daily | CC |
|
Trivandrum-Kozhikode Jan Shatabdi
#12082 · JShtb
|
14:20 TVC |
18:08 ERS |
3h 48m | Daily | CC |
|
TRIVANDRUM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Rajdhani Exp
#12431 · Raj
|
19:15 TVC |
22:20 ERS |
3h 05m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Eranad Express
#16606 · Exp
|
03:45 TVC |
08:00 ERS |
4h 15m | Daily | CC |
|
Tirunelveli Bilaspur SF Express
#12788 · SF
|
04:15 TVC |
08:20 ERS |
4h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
TRIVANDRUM - MUMBAI CST Exp
#16332 · Exp
|
04:15 TVC |
08:20 ERS |
4h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Venad Express
#16302 · Exp
|
05:00 TVC |
09:45 ERS |
4h 45m | Daily | CC |
|
Rapti Sagar Expres
#12512 · SF
|
05:30 TVC |
10:00 ERS |
4h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ahilyanagari Express
#16326 · Exp
|
05:30 TVC |
10:00 ERS |
4h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum-Korba Express
#16328 · Exp
|
05:30 TVC |
10:03 ERS |
4h 33m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Parasuram Express
#16650 · Exp
|
06:30 TVC |
11:02 ERS |
4h 32m | Daily | CC |
|
Sabari Express
#17229 · Exp
|
07:15 TVC |
11:38 ERS |
4h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kanniyakumari-Mumbai CST Express
#16382 · Exp
|
08:00 TVC |
13:11 ERS |
5h 11m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Tirunelveli - Hapa (Biweekly) SF Express
#12997 · SF
|
09:10 TVC |
12:40 ERS |
3h 30m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
TRIVANDRUM - MUMBAI LTT Netravati Exp
#16346 · Exp
|
09:50 TVC |
13:50 ERS |
4h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kerala Express
#12625 · SF
|
11:15 TVC |
15:35 ERS |
4h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Swarna Jayanthi Express
#12643 · SF
|
14:20 TVC |
18:45 ERS |
4h 25m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Tiruvananthapuram Chennai SF Mail
#12624 · SF
|
14:30 TVC |
18:59 ERS |
4h 29m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Tiruvananthapuram Bangalore Weekly Express
#16322 · Exp
|
16:05 TVC |
20:25 ERS |
4h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Gurudev Express
#12659 · SF
|
16:05 TVC |
20:28 ERS |
4h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Himsagar Express
#16317 · Exp
|
16:05 TVC |
20:27 ERS |
4h 22m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum Shalimar Biweekly Express
#16323 · Exp
|
16:35 TVC |
20:55 ERS |
4h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum-Chennai Superfast Express
#12696 · SF
|
17:10 TVC |
21:33 ERS |
4h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
|
Trivandrum-Ernakulam-Guruvayur Intercity Express
#16342 · Exp
|
17:25 TVC |
21:30 ERS |
4h 05m | Daily | CC |
|
Vanchinad Express
#16304 · Exp
|
17:40 TVC |
22:20 ERS |
4h 40m | Daily | CC |
|
Malabar Express
#16629 · Exp
|
18:30 TVC |
23:33 ERS |
5h 03m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
|
Maveli Express
#16604 · Exp
|
19:25 TVC |
23:25 ERS |
4h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
|
Nagercoil-Mangalore Special
#06301 · Exp
|
19:40 TVC |
00:17 ERS |
4h 37m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Thiruvananthapuram Central Chennai Central weekly express
#12698 · SF
|
20:10 TVC |
00:13 ERS |
4h 03m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum Mangalore Express
#16347 · Exp
|
20:40 TVC |
01:12 ERS |
4h 32m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Trivandrum Nilambur Road Rajya Rani Express
#16349 · Exp
|
22:30 TVC |
02:48 ERS |
4h 18m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Amrita Express
#16343 · Exp
|
22:30 TVC |
02:48 ERS |
4h 18m | Daily | 2A,SL |
|
Nagercoil-Coimbatore Special
#06618 · Exp
|
22:40 TVC |
03:32 ERS |
4h 52m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - GURUVAYUR Exp
#16127 · Exp
|
23:40 TVC |
03:40 ERS |
4h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 34 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