Bangalore to Ernakulam by train, bus, flight, taxi from INR 2,252

Bangalore to Ernakulam Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+7h 18m	$160.49
Bus	Big Bus	AC Sleeper	00:45	10:27	$34.55
Bus	Kallada Travels	AC Sleeper	02:25	11:40	$16.49
Bus	Kallada Travels	A/C Semi Sleeper	03:00	12:15	$14.84
Bus	Kallada Travels	AC Sleeper	04:30	12:45	$16.49
Bus	Maaruti Travels	Non-AC Seater	07:20	17:15	$13.18
Bus	Krish Travels	AC Seater	08:00	19:10	$17.59
Bus	Maaruti Travels	Non-AC Seater	08:20	18:15	$17.03
Bus	Hilight Roadlinks	AC Sleeper	09:30	18:50	$19.78
Bus	Krish Travels	AC Seater	10:00	21:00	$8.25
Bus	Savistara Roadlines	A/C Semi Sleeper	12:00	23:30	$60.47
Bus	Kallada Travels	AC Sleeper	14:30	01:55	$15.94
Bus	Krish Travels	AC Seater	15:00	02:25	$9.35
Bus	Essaar	AC Sleeper	16:00	01:45	$43.98
Bus	Kallada Travels	Non-AC Seater	17:00	03:45	$9.90
Bus	Pamba Travels	Non-AC Seater	18:15	05:50	$17.58
Bus	Club Anand Travel	AC Sleeper	19:00	04:15	$32.97
Bus	Kp Road Service	AC Sleeper	19:25	05:10	$35.18
Bus	Yathra Logistics	AC Sleeper	20:00	06:40	$16.48
Bus	Surya Connect	AC Sleeper	20:30	07:19	$15.39

How to get from Bangalore to Ernakulam

When you want to get from Bangalore to Ernakulam, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 72.58. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 23.58.

How much does it cost to get from Bangalore to Ernakulam?

The cost of the trip from Bangalore to Ernakulam varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Kallada Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 23.58 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 72.58.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bangalore to Ernakulam:

Train tickets - USD 17.80 to USD 23.45;
Bus tickets - USD 23.58 to USD 66.50;
Plane tickets - USD 37.34 to USD 98.00;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 51.72 to USD 72.57.

How many trips per day are there between Bangalore and Ernakulam?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 10:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:50. There are 12 available bus trips every day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangalore to Ernakulam any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bangalore to Ernakulam. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 37.34.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Bangalore to Ernakulam

Air India Express, Akasa Air, Alliance Air, IndiGo, IndiGo

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangalore to Ernakulam is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Bangalore to Ernakulam. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 51.72.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Bangalore to Ernakulam

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bangalore to Ernakulam? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

95% users enjoyed a train ride.
3% decided to go for a bus.
2% users took a plane.

Transportation from Bangalore to Ernakulam

Facts about the transport from Bangalore to Ernakulam

Cheapest Transport	$18
Fastest Transport	1h 5m
Earliest Departure	5:20 AM
Latest Departure	11:50 PM
Departures per day	15
Distance	560 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air India Express, Akasa Air, Alliance Air, Hilight Roadlinks, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, Jayavin Travels, Kallada Travels, Kallada Travels Suresh Kallada, National Travels and logistics, Punchiry Travels, Sbm Traansport, TaxiBazaar

Popular Routes

Bangalore to Ernakulam