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, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) or YBM Travels for the next days.

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Thursday

£13

Friday

Saturday

£8

Sunday

£14

Monday

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
YBM Travels	12h 50m	19:25	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	08:15	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	First Class	£13	A Bus from YBM Travels goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 14/05/2026 19:25:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 15/05/2026 08:15:00. 50 First Class ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada)	14h 35m	18:00	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	08:35	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	First Class	£14	A Bus from Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 14/05/2026 18:00:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 15/05/2026 08:35:00. 50 First Class ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada)	13h 20m	19:00	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	08:20	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	First Class	£14	A Bus from Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 14/05/2026 19:00:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 15/05/2026 08:20:00. 50 First Class ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
MRM Travels	12h 55m	19:45	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	08:40	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Premium Economy	£15	A Bus from MRM Travels goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 14/05/2026 19:45:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 15/05/2026 08:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intrcity Smartbus	12h 55m	19:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	08:25	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station	Basic	£8	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 16/05/2026 19:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 17/05/2026 08:25:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
A1 Travels	12h 15m	20:00	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	08:15	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	Basic	£8	A Bus from A1 Travels goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 16/05/2026 20:00:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 17/05/2026 08:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada)	14h 35m	18:00	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	08:35	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	First Class	£13	A Bus from Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 16/05/2026 18:00:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 17/05/2026 08:35:00. 50 First Class ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
Essaar	14h 30m	19:00	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	09:30	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	First Class	£13	A Bus from Essaar goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 16/05/2026 19:00:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 17/05/2026 09:30:00. 50 First Class ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
YBM Travels	12h 50m	19:25	Kochi	KSRTC Bus Station	08:15	Chennai	C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop	First Class	£13	A Bus from YBM Travels goes from KSRTC Bus Station, Kochi (India) at 16/05/2026 19:25:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 17/05/2026 08:15:00. 50 First Class ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m

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	18:45	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	07:25	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		Basic	£14	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 17/05/2026 18:45:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 18/05/2026 07:25:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
	Intrcity Smartbus	12h 55m	19:30	Kochi	Ernakulam Junction	08:25	Chennai	Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station		First Class	£39	A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Ernakulam Junction, Kochi (India) at 17/05/2026 19:30:00 to Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 18/05/2026 08:25:00. 50 First Class ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Kochi to Chennai is £5 on 11/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Kochi and Chennai

See here how frequent the connections between Kochi and Chennai are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily coaches from Kochi to Chennai. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Kochi and Chennai.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 27 coaches from Kochi to Chennai, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Kochi and Chennai, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Kochi to Chennai

Compare all providers like Intrcity Smartbus, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) and YBM Travels that travel 9 times every day by bus from Kochi to Chennai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Kochi to Chennai starting from £5!

Cheapest Bus	£5
Fastest Bus	11h 35m
Earliest Coach	18:00
Latest Coach	19:30
Daily Bus Connections	9 Ø
Distance	560.5 km
Coach Companies	Intrcity Smartbus, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada), YBM Travels, MRM Travels, ARS Travels, VKV Travels, Essaar, National Travels CHN and A1 Travels

Cheapest coach connections from Kochi to Chennai

Every day, 9 buses from 9 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 12/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 11/05

Tuesday 12/05

£6

Wednesday 13/05

£11

Thursday 14/05

£12

Friday 15/05

£8

Saturday 16/05

£7

Sunday 17/05

£8

Monday 18/05

£7

Tuesday 19/05

£12

Wednesday 20/05

£12

Thursday 21/05

£9

Friday 22/05

£12

Saturday 23/05

£10

Sunday 24/05

£10

Monday 25/05

£12

Tuesday 26/05

£10

Wednesday 27/05

£10

Thursday 28/05

£6

Friday 29/05

£12

Saturday 30/05

£10

Sunday 31/05

£14

Monday 01/06

£12

Tuesday 02/06

£11

Wednesday 03/06

£11

Thursday 04/06

£7

Friday 05/06

£11

Saturday 06/06

£39

Sunday 07/06

The cheapest time to travel from Kochi to Chennai

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Kochi to Chennai, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £6, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Kochi to Chennai. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £8.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Kochi to Chennai, with £8. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

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

Ernakulam Junction

Ernakulam South Railway Station(Jn)

Fort Kochi

Chullikal Bus Stop

Kannamali Bus Stop

Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station

Omni Bus Stand

Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand

C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop

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 £5 and takes 12h 15m. 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 9 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £39. 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 9 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 Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) and takes 11h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. 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 18:00. 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 19:30. 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, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) and YBM Travels. 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, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) and YBM Travels.

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.

Premium Economy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

First Class

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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!