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

The distance between Kochi and Chennai is approximately 710km. Kochi to Chennai distance by train is covered in about 18:03 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 11:45 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Kochi to Chennai train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Kochi to Chennai Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Kochi to Chennai, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Kochi to Chennai train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Kochi to Chennai train fare priced between ₹300 and ₹3110, with the lowest price starting at ₹300. Below are the minimum Kochi to Chennai train reservation ticket prices for all classes:

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

Weekly Trains from Kochi to Chennai

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

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
AHILYANAGARI EX (22646)	Sat	10:40	23:05	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Chennai Central	12:25 hrs
RAPTISAGAR EXP (12522)	Fri	10:50	23:05	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Chennai Central	12:15 hrs
QLN MAS SPECIAL (06120)	Thu	13:40	03:30	Ernakulam Town (North)	Chennai Central	13:50 hrs
ARONAI EXPRESS (12507)	Tue	21:00	09:10	Ernakulam Town (North)	Perambur	12:10 hrs
QLN MAS SPECIAL (06128)	Fri	21:45	11:30	Ernakulam Town (North)	Chennai Central	13:45 hrs
QLN MAS SPECIAL (06118)	Sun	21:45	11:30	Ernakulam Town (North)	Chennai Central	13:45 hrs
QLN MAS SPECIAL (06114)	Mon	21:45	11:30	Ernakulam Town (North)	Chennai Central	13:45 hrs
TVC MAS SF EXP (12698)	Sat	22:35	10:25	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Chennai Central	11:50 hrs
QLN MS SPECIAL (06112)	Sat	23:00	12:00	Ernakulam Town (North)	Chennai Egmore	13:00 hrs
ERS PNBE SF EXP (22669)	Sat	23:55	12:40	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Perambur	12:45 hrs

Daily Trains from Kochi to Chennai

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

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128)	Daily	01:20	19:23	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Tambaram	18:03 hrs
ERS TATA EXP (18190)	Daily	07:15	19:45	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Perambur	12:30 hrs
ALLP DHN EXPRESS (13352)	Daily	07:25	21:40	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Chennai Central	14:15 hrs
CHENNAI SF EXP (22640)	Daily	16:35	05:15	Ernakulam Junction (South)	Chennai Central	12:40 hrs
TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624)	Daily	18:45	07:45	Thrippunithura	Chennai Central	13:00 hrs
TVC MAS SF EXP (12696)	Daily	21:30	10:00	Ernakulam Town (North)	Chennai Central	12:30 hrs

First Train from Kochi to Chennai

The first train from Kochi to Chennai is GUV CHENNAI EXP. It starts from Kochi at 01:20 and reaches Chennai at 19:23.

Last Train from Kochi to Chennai

The last train from Kochi to Chennai is ERS PNBE SF EXP. It starts from Kochi at 23:55 and reaches Chennai at 12:40.

Fastest Train from Kochi to Chennai

The fastest train from Kochi to Chennai is ERS PNBE SF EXP. The total Kochi to Chennai distance by train is 710 km. It takes only 11:45 hours to cover.

Cheapest Train from Kochi to Chennai

The cheapest train from Kochi to Chennai is GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128). The lowest price for Kochi to Chennai train ticket is ₹300.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

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

16128 GUV CHENNAI EXP departs Kochi at 01:20 and reaches Chennai at 19:23 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
18190 ERS TATA EXP departs Kochi at 07:15 and reaches Chennai at 19:45 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
13352 ALLP DHN EXPRESS departs Kochi at 07:25 and reaches Chennai at 21:40 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
22648 TVCN KRBA SF EXP departs Kochi at 09:47 and reaches Chennai at 23:05 Running days: Mon Thu
22646 AHILYANAGARI EX departs Kochi at 10:40 and reaches Chennai at 23:05 Running days: Sat
12512 RAPTISAGAR EXP departs Kochi at 10:40 and reaches Chennai at 23:05 Running days: Sun Tue Wed
12522 RAPTISAGAR EXP departs Kochi at 10:50 and reaches Chennai at 23:05 Running days: Fri
06120 QLN MAS SPECIAL departs Kochi at 13:40 and reaches Chennai at 03:30 Running days: Thu
22640 CHENNAI SF EXP departs Kochi at 16:35 and reaches Chennai at 05:15 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
22643 ERS PNBE SF EXP departs Kochi at 17:20 and reaches Chennai at 05:05 Running days: Mon Tue
12624 TVC MAS SF MAIL departs Kochi at 18:45 and reaches Chennai at 07:45 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
22641 SHALIMAR SF EXP departs Kochi at 21:00 and reaches Chennai at 09:10 Running days: Thu Sat
12507 ARONAI EXPRESS departs Kochi at 21:00 and reaches Chennai at 09:10 Running days: Tue
12696 TVC MAS SF EXP departs Kochi at 21:30 and reaches Chennai at 10:00 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
06128 QLN MAS SPECIAL departs Kochi at 21:45 and reaches Chennai at 11:30 Running days: Fri
06118 QLN MAS SPECIAL departs Kochi at 21:45 and reaches Chennai at 11:30 Running days: Sun
06114 QLN MAS SPECIAL departs Kochi at 21:45 and reaches Chennai at 11:30 Running days: Mon
22208 MAS SF AC EXP departs Kochi at 22:35 and reaches Chennai at 10:25 Running days: Sun Wed
12698 TVC MAS SF EXP departs Kochi at 22:35 and reaches Chennai at 10:25 Running days: Sat
06112 QLN MS SPECIAL departs Kochi at 23:00 and reaches Chennai at 12:00 Running days: Sat
22669 ERS PNBE SF EXP departs Kochi at 23:55 and reaches Chennai at 12:40 Running days: Sat

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

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

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

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Which factors influence the Kochi to Chennai train ticket price?

The Kochi to Chennai train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹300 and ₹3110, with the lowest Kochi to Chennai train ticket price starting at ₹300.