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Festive special trains from Kottayam To Kochi

11 festive special trains found from KTYM, SRTL, KYJ, ERS, ERN to TRTR, ERN, CGY, ERS, ALLP, AWY


COVID special trains from Kottayam to Kochi

23 COVID special trains found from KTYM, SRTL, ALLP, TRTR, ERS, ERN to TRTR, ERS, ERN, CGY, ALLP, KTYM, AWY


Trains originating from Kottayam

  • 233KM    Kottayam(05:15) Nilambur(11:45)
  • 1261KM    Kottayam(09:30) Narasapur(16:00)

Trains passing through Kottayam

  • 674KM    Kottayam(12:05) Tiruchirappalli(07:00)
  • 59KM    Kottayam(12:03) Ernakulam(14:00)
  • 96KM    Kottayam(02:37) Kollam(06:50)
  • 1141KM    Kottayam(12:07) Vijayawada(10:20)
  • 96KM    Kottayam(02:37) Kollam(06:50)
  • 1353KM    Kottayam(12:07) Kakinada(14:50)
  • 96KM    Kottayam(00:32) Kollam(03:00)
  • 96KM    Kottayam(21:42) Kollam(23:55)
  • 1496KM    Kottayam(04:57) Hyderabad(10:15)
  • 737KM    Kottayam(07:48) Tirupati(01:00)
  • 1658KM    Kottayam(17:02) Mumbai(23:55)
  • 154KM    Kottayam(05:45) Thiruvananthapuram(09:05)
  • 95KM    Kottayam(21:42) Kollam(23:55)
  • 96KM    Kottayam(02:37) Kollam(06:50)
  • 1280KM    Kottayam(12:07) Narasapur(13:15)
  • 96KM    Kottayam(21:42) Kollam(23:55)
  • 762KM    Kottayam(16:59) Chennai(07:20)
  • 761KM    Kottayam(18:35) Chennai(09:45)
  • 1488KM    Kottayam(04:57) Hyderabad(10:45)
  • 96KM    Kottayam(00:32) Kollam(03:00)

Weekly Train Time Table from Kottayam to Kochi

Explore the latest weekly train timetable from Kottayam to Kochi, showing key departure and arrival times for trains that run on specific days of the week. This section helps you quickly check train timings, days of operation, and journey duration so you can plan your travel with confidence without having to dig through raw schedules. Typical entries include trains like KCVL YPR AC EXP, departing at 15:20 and arriving at 16:55 on Friday with a travel time of around 1:35hrs. You can use this weekly train time table to find the best day and time that suits your plans, compare options, and see when each train leaves and reaches its destination. For frequent travelers or those booking ahead, this view of Kottayam to Kochi train timings makes it easy to pick the right service.

Train Name (No.)Day of DepartureOrigin StationTime of DepartureDestination StationTime of ArrivalTotal Time of Travel
KCVL YPR AC EXP
(22678)
FridayKOTTAYAM15:20ERNAKULAM TOWN16:5501:35 hrs
TVC KIR SPL
(05795)
FridayKOTTAYAM22:06ERNAKULAM TOWN23:4501:39 hrs
HIMSAGAR EXP
(16317)
FridayKOTTAYAM19:05ERNAKULAM TOWN20:4001:35 hrs
QLN VSKP EXPRES
(18568)
FridayKOTTAYAM21:35ERNAKULAM TOWN22:5501:20 hrs

Daily Train Timings and Timetable from Kottayam to Kochi

For travelers who want flexible dates, the daily train timetable from Kottayam to Kochi lists all trains that run each day with their key timings. This includes trains like MANGALORE EXP, which departs from at 23:55 and reaches by 01:15 in approximately 1:20hrs. Having this daily train timing and timetable in one place helps you quickly check when trains depart, how long the journey takes, and plan connections or onward travel. Most passengers looking up Kottayam to Kochi daily train timings want simple clarity on schedules and duration — and this snapshot gives exactly that.

Train NameDeparture DayOrigin StationDeparture TimeDestination StationArrival TimeTotal Time
MANGALORE EXP
(16347)
DailyKOTTAYAM23:55ERNAKULAM TOWN01:1501:20 hrs
PARASURAM EXP
(16650)
DailyKOTTAYAM09:23TRIUPUNITTURA10:2301:00 hrs
PALARUVI EXP
(16791)
DailyKOTTAYAM07:08TRIPUNITTURA08:1001:02 hrs
AMRITHA EXP
(16343)
DailyKOTTAYAM23:22ERNAKULAM TOWN00:4501:23 hrs
VANCHINAD EXP
(16304)
DailyKOTTAYAM21:10TRIUPUNITTURA22:0900:59 hrs
KERALA SF EXP
(12625)
DailyKOTTAYAM15:15ERNAKULAM TOWN16:2501:10 hrs
CAPE PUNE EXP
(16382)
DailyKOTTAYAM13:50ERNAKULAM TOWN15:0501:15 hrs
CAPE SBC EXPRES
(16525)
DailyKOTTAYAM16:23TRIUPUNITTURA17:0900:46 hrs
AMRITHA EXP
(16343)
DailyKOTTAYAM23:22ERNAKULAM TOWN00:4501:23 hrs
MALABAR EXPRESS
(16629)
DailyKOTTAYAM22:20TRIPUNITTURA23:2401:04 hrs

Kottayam to Kochi Trains - FAQs

  • How many trains run from Kottayam to Kochi on a daily basis?

    There are around 17 trains runs from Kottayam to Kochi on a daily basis. The following trains start from Kottayam to Kochi. VANCHINAD EXP (16304) , TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624) , MALABAR EXPRESS (16629) , PARASURAM EXP (16650) , PALARUVI EXP (16791) etc.

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  • How many trains run from Kottayam to Kochi on a weekly basis?

    There are 6 weekly trains from Kottayam to Kochi. Following trains are running from Kottayam to Kochi on a weekly basis: CAN JANSHATABDI (12082) , TVCN YPR GR EXP (12258) , KCVL YPR AC EXP (22678) , TVC KIR SPL (05795) , HIMSAGAR EXP (16317) etc.

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  • When does the first train leaves from Kottayam to Kochi?

    The first train from Kottayam to Kochi is PALARUVI EXP (16791) , which leaves around 07:08.

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  • When does the last train leaves from Kottayam to Kochi?

    The last train from Kottayam to Kochi is MANGALORE EXP (16347) , which leaves around 23:55.

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  • Suggest the travel time by train between Kottayam to Kochi?

    Travel time by train between Kottayam to Kochi is 0h 46m.

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  • How many Kottayam to Kochi covid special trains are running currently?

    Currently 23 Kottayam to Kochi covid special trains are running.

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  • How to order food in train?

    Go to the MMT app on your mobile and click on Train & Buses icon> Food in Trains> Order Food> Enter your PNR and choose your food, pay online or COD and get the food delivered right at your seat.

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  • How many railway stations are there in Kottayam?

    The number of railway stations in Kottayam are 2.

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  • How many railway stations are there in Kochi?

    The number of railway stations in Kochi are 1.

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  • What is the distance to travel from Kottayam to Kochi by rail?

    To travel from Kottayam to Kochi by rail, the distance that needs to be covered is 57 kms.

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  • What is the duration between Kottayam to Kochi if travelled by train?

    The train journey between Kottayam to Kochi will take around 1:16 hrs.

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  • What are Kottayam to Kochi train timings?

    23 trains run Kottayam to Kochi, please find below their departure times:
    16791 train (PALARUVI EXP) - Departs at 07:08 hrs and running days ( Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat )
    16347 train (MANGALORE EXP) - Departs at 23:55 hrs and running days ( Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat )

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People Also Ask About Trains from Kottayam to Kochi

  • Q. How to book Kottayam to Kochi train tickets?

    A: The process to book Kottayam to Kochi train tickets through MakeMyTrip, an official train ticket booking partner of IRCTC. Follow the steps given below:
    1. Go to the MakeMyTrip Trains website or the MMT Train Booking Android app / iOS app, then enter Kottayam and Kochi as your source and destination location.
    2. Then, provide the date of the journey and select your preferred travel class. At this step, you can also choose any applicable quota for train ticket booking and proceed.
    3. Proceed to browse through the available trains from Kottayam to Kochi for the route on the given journey date and choose a suitable one based on train timing, fares/prices, etc.
    4. Once you have checked seat availability and proceeded, you would then need to provide passenger details and follow up for payment with applicable offers and discounts.
    5. Then, after a quick IRCTC login, you can continue to pay the final fare amount and receive a booking confirmation.

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  • Q. How to book Tatkal tickets for Kottayam to Kochi train on MakeMyTrip?

    A: To book a Tatkal ticket for Kottayam to Kochi on MakeMyTrip, simply select ‘Tatkal’ as your booking quota under the journey details and start booking during the applicable timeline. You can then select your train number, check seat availability, enter passenger details and pay after proceeding with the booking through IRCTC login credential.
    You can book Tatkal tickets for trains from Kottayam to Kochi a day before the required journey date on MakeMyTrip.
    IRCTC provides a time slot for Tatkal ticket bookings daily between 10.00 am and 12.00 pm.
    If you need to book an AC ticket under the Tatkal quota, you can make your booking a day before the preferred journey date between 10.00 am and 11.00 am.
    For non-AC Kottayam to Kochi train tickets, Tatkal bookings can be made between 11.00 am and 12.00 pm.

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  • Q. How many days in advance can I book tickets for the Kottayam to Kochi train?

    A: As per the latest rules laid down by IRCTC, you can book tickets for the Kottayam to Kochi trains for at least 60 days in advance under the General quota. It is best to book your train ticket early on as it can allow seat selection in your preferred coach type with ample ticket availability.

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  • Q. How to cancel a Kottayam to Kochi train ticket?

    A: You can cancel your Kottayam to Kochi train ticket booked via the MakeMyTrip portal in the following few steps only:
    1. Log in to your user account with MakeMyTrip and go to the ‘Bookings/My Bookings’ option available on the dashboard.
    2. Then, open the Kottayam to Kochi train ticket you wish to cancel.
    3. There, you can select ‘Cancel Ticket’ as your service of choice and proceed with the cancellation steps.
    4. Once you have cancelled your booked Kottayam to Kochi train ticket, MakeMyTrip automatically initiates the refund as per the applicable refund rules.

    Before cancelling your booked train ticket, you must go through the cancellation policy to know about the applicable charges and deductions.

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  • Q. Which documents are required for online railway [IRCTC] reservation from Kottayam to Kochi?

    A: There are no specific documents required for online railway/IRCTC reservation from Kottayam to Kochi as IRCTC does not lay down any such requirements. However, you need to carry an original photo identity card issued by an eligible authority as proof of identity. Eligible identity documents to carry during your train journey include the likes of an Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, etc.

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Railway stations in Kottayam

Railway stations in Kochi

Live status for Trains From Kottayam

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More about Kottayam to Kochi route

Want to travel from Kottayam to Kochi? Know about the trains running on this route. Some of the trains that run on this route are Hwh VANCHINAD EXP (16304),TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624),MALABAR EXPRESS (16629),PARASURAM EXP (16650) etc. Time taken by different trains is approximately 0h 46m to 1h 9m. Choose your train according to your suitability from trains that run on daily basis like VANCHINAD EXP (16304) , TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624) , MALABAR EXPRESS (16629) , PARASURAM EXP (16650) , PALARUVI EXP (16791) etc. You can also select train which are running on weekly basis CAN JANSHATABDI (12082) , TVCN YPR GR EXP (12258) , KCVL YPR AC EXP (22678) , TVC KIR SPL (05795) , HIMSAGAR EXP (16317) etc. You can check live train running status, tatkal train tickets and PNR status on MakeMyTrip app and website. Choose MMT for the best Kottayam to Kochi train ticket price. Before booking your train, get all the important info about the route as well as the Kottayam to Kochi train fare.