Bus and Coach from Kochi to Chennai: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Kochi to Chennai

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Kochi to Chennai from various bus operators like Intrcity Smartbus for the next days.

today

£7

tomorrow

£7

Thursday

Friday

£7

Saturday

£7

Sunday

£10

Monday

£8

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	12h 40m	18:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	07:10	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		Basic	£7	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 03/02/2026 18:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 04/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	12h 40m	18:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	07:10	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		Basic	£7	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 04/02/2026 18:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	12h 40m	18:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	07:10	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		Basic	£7	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 06/02/2026 18:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 07/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	12h 40m	18:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	07:10	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		Basic	£7	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 07/02/2026 18:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 08/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	12h 40m	18:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	07:10	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		Basic	£10	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 08/02/2026 18:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 09/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Kochi to Chennai via Coimbatore, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  16h 30m
  
  0
  
  05:45
  
  Kochi
  KSRTC Bus Station
  
  09:45
  
  Coimbatore
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Business
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 06/02/2026 05:45:00 to Bus Stop, Coimbatore (India) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:45:00. 50 Business ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
- 12Go Asia
  
  8h 45m
  
  0
  
  13:30
  
  Coimbatore
  Bus Stop
  
  22:15
  
  Chennai
  C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Business
  
  £4
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Bus Stop, Coimbatore (India) at 06/02/2026 13:30:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/02/2026 22:15:00. 50 Business ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intrcity Smartbus	12h 40m	18:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	07:10	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		Basic	£8	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 09/02/2026 18:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 10/02/2026 07:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Kochi to Chennai is £6 on 04/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Kochi to Chennai

Compare all providers like Intrcity Smartbus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Kochi to Chennai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Kochi to Chennai starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus	£6
Fastest Bus	12h 40m
Earliest Coach	18:30
Latest Coach	18:30
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	560.5 km
Coach Companies	Intrcity Smartbus

Cheapest coach connections from Kochi to Chennai

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Kochi for Chennai: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

£7

Wednesday 04/02

£6

Thursday 05/02

£6

Friday 06/02

£7

Saturday 07/02

£6

Sunday 08/02

£8

Monday 09/02

£8

Tuesday 10/02

£7

Wednesday 11/02

Thursday 12/02

£7

Friday 13/02

£6

Saturday 14/02

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

£9

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

£12

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

Saturday 21/02

£8

Sunday 22/02

£11

Monday 23/02

£11

Tuesday 24/02

Wednesday 25/02

Thursday 26/02

Friday 27/02

Saturday 28/02

Sunday 01/03

How to save money travelling from Kochi to Chennai

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Kochi to Chennai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Kochi to Chennai, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Kochi to Chennai are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Kochi and Chennai

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Kochi and Chennai.

KSRTC Bus Station

C P Ummer Road

Fort Kochi

Chullikal Bus Stop

Kannamali Bus Stop

Garuda Beach Hotel

Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station

Omni Bus Stand

Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand

Arumbakkam

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Kochi to Chennai? Compare all modes of transports from Kochi to Chennai.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Kochi to Chennai

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Kochi to Chennai? Or which bus companies serve the route Kochi to Chennai? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Kochi to Chennai bus

How much does a Kochi - Chennai coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Kochi - Chennai bus trip is available from £6 and takes 12h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Kochi to Chennai?

The connection Kochi to Chennai is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £16. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Kochi - Chennai route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Kochi to Chennai is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Chennai from Kochi take?

The quickest coach from Kochi to Chennai is provided by Intrcity Smartbus and takes 12h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £13. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Kochi to Chennai?

The earliest bus to Chennai departs from Kochi at 18:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Kochi to Chennai?

The latest bus to Chennai departs from Kochi at 18:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Kochi - Chennai route?

Passengers looking to travel from Kochi to Chennai can travel with Intrcity Smartbus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Chennai?

You can check all the direct connections between Kochi and Chennai by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intrcity Smartbus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Chennai from Kochi?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Kochi Chennai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Kochi Chennai bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Kochi to Chennai on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Kochi to Chennai?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Kochi to Chennai

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

More bus routes to Kochi and to Chennai

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Kochi and to Chennai. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!