Chennai to Kochi Trains: Book from 21 Trains, Check Fares, Timetable

The distance between Chennai and Kochi is approximately 709km. Chennai to Kochi distance by train is covered in about 12:13 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 10:30 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Chennai to Kochi train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Chennai to Kochi Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Chennai to Kochi, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Chennai to Kochi train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Chennai to Kochi train fare priced between ₹300 and ₹3320, with the lowest price starting at ₹300. Below are the minimum Chennai to Kochi train reservation ticket prices for all classes:

Class	Minimum Price
1A	₹2505
2A	₹1470
3A	₹1035
SL	₹385

Weekly Trains from Chennai to Kochi

There are 10 weekly trains running between Chennai and Kochi. Check the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
MS QLN SPECIAL (06111)	Sat	00:17	12:30	Perambur	Ernakulam Town (North)	12:13 hrs
SCL TVC EXPRESS (12508)	Sun	03:15	15:50	Perambur	Ernakulam Town (North)	12:35 hrs
PNBE ERS EXPRES (22670)	Thu	09:10	21:40	Perambur	Ernakulam Junction (South)	12:30 hrs
MAS QLN SPECIAL (06119)	Wed	15:10	02:13	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Town (North)	11:03 hrs
MAS TVC SF EXP (12697)	Sun	15:10	02:05	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Junction (South)	10:55 hrs
INDB KCVL SF EXP (22645)	Tue	23:10	10:55	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Junction (South)	11:45 hrs
RAPTI SAGAR EXP (12521)	Wed	23:10	11:30	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Junction (South)	12:20 hrs
MAS QLN SPECIAL (06113)	Sun	23:50	12:30	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Town (North)	12:40 hrs
MAS QLN SPECIAL (06117)	Sat	23:50	12:30	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Town (North)	12:40 hrs
MAS QLN SPECIAL (06127)	Thu	23:50	12:30	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Town (North)	12:40 hrs

Daily Trains from Chennai to Kochi

A total of 6 trains run daily from Chennai to Kochi. See the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127)	Daily	10:47	04:45	Tambaram	Ernakulam Junction (South)	17:58 hrs
TATA ERS EXP (18189)	Daily	12:25	01:55	Perambur	Ernakulam Junction (South)	13:30 hrs
MAS TVC SF EXP (12695)	Daily	15:20	02:50	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Town (North)	11:30 hrs
MAS TVC SF MAIL (12623)	Daily	19:30	06:54	Chennai Central	Thrippunithura	11:24 hrs
ALLEPPEY SF EXP (22639)	Daily	20:55	08:45	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Junction (South)	11:50 hrs
DHN ALAPPUZHA EX (13351)	Daily	23:45	12:35	Chennai Central	Ernakulam Junction (South)	12:50 hrs

First Train from Chennai to Kochi

The first train from Chennai to Kochi is MS QLN SPECIAL. It starts from Chennai at 00:17 and reaches Kochi at 12:30.

Last Train from Chennai to Kochi

The last train from Chennai to Kochi is MAS QLN SPECIAL. It starts from Chennai at 23:50 and reaches Kochi at 12:30.

Fastest Train from Chennai to Kochi

The fastest train from Chennai to Kochi is TVC AC SF EXP. The total Chennai to Kochi distance by train is 709 km. It takes only 10:30 hours to cover.

Cheapest Train from Chennai to Kochi

The cheapest train from Chennai to Kochi is MS GURUVAYUR EXP (16127). The lowest price for Chennai to Kochi train ticket is ₹300.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the details of the Chennai to Kochi train time?

21 trains run between Chennai and Kochi. Please find below the details of Chennai to Kochi train time:

06111 MS QLN SPECIAL departs Chennai at 00:17 and reaches Kochi at 12:30 Running days: Sat
22644 PNBE ERS EXP departs Chennai at 03:05 and reaches Kochi at 15:40 Running days: Sun Sat
22642 SHM TVC SUF EXP departs Chennai at 03:05 and reaches Kochi at 15:05 Running days: Tue Thu
12508 SCL TVC EXPRESS departs Chennai at 03:15 and reaches Kochi at 15:50 Running days: Sun
22670 PNBE ERS EXPRES departs Chennai at 09:10 and reaches Kochi at 21:40 Running days: Thu
16127 MS GURUVAYUR EXP departs Chennai at 10:47 and reaches Kochi at 04:45 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
18189 TATA ERS EXP departs Chennai at 12:25 and reaches Kochi at 01:55 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
06119 MAS QLN SPECIAL departs Chennai at 15:10 and reaches Kochi at 02:13 Running days: Wed
12697 MAS TVC SF EXP departs Chennai at 15:10 and reaches Kochi at 02:05 Running days: Sun
12695 MAS TVC SF EXP departs Chennai at 15:20 and reaches Kochi at 02:50 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
22207 TVC AC SF EXP departs Chennai at 16:00 and reaches Kochi at 02:30 Running days: Tue Fri
12623 MAS TVC SF MAIL departs Chennai at 19:30 and reaches Kochi at 06:54 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
22639 ALLEPPEY SF EXP departs Chennai at 20:55 and reaches Kochi at 08:45 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
12511 RAPTISAGAR EXP departs Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Kochi at 10:55 Running days: Mon Fri Sat
22645 INDB KCVL SF EXP departs Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Kochi at 10:55 Running days: Tue
22647 KRBA TVCN SF EXP departs Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Kochi at 11:09 Running days: Sun Thu
12521 RAPTI SAGAR EXP departs Chennai at 23:10 and reaches Kochi at 11:30 Running days: Wed
13351 DHN ALAPPUZHA EX departs Chennai at 23:45 and reaches Kochi at 12:35 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
06113 MAS QLN SPECIAL departs Chennai at 23:50 and reaches Kochi at 12:30 Running days: Sun
06117 MAS QLN SPECIAL departs Chennai at 23:50 and reaches Kochi at 12:30 Running days: Sat
06127 MAS QLN SPECIAL departs Chennai at 23:50 and reaches Kochi at 12:30 Running days: Thu

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How many days in advance can I book tickets for the Chennai to Kochi train?

You can book train tickets for the Chennai to Kochi route up to 60 days in advance.

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Which documents are required for online railway reservation from Chennai to Kochi?

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Which factors influence the Chennai to Kochi train ticket price?

The Chennai to Kochi train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹300 and ₹3320, with the lowest Chennai to Kochi train ticket price starting at ₹300.