Kodaikanal is located at a distance of about 304 km from Kochi (Cochin). The hill resort, renowned for its vast production of eucalyptus oil, plums and homemade chocolates, is well-connected to Kochi by roadways and railways. However, the best way to reach Kodaikanal from Kochi is by car, a journey of about 6 hours. The places covered during the journey include Kochi - 46km -> Kodungallur - 39km -> Thrissur - 29km -> Kannambra - 70km -> Pollachi - 41km -> Madattukkulam - 89km -> Kodaikanal. Several petrol pumps of BP and Indian Oil are located at regular intervals. Local food-joints, dhabas and restaurants can also be found on the way to Kodaikanal from Kochi.
Transport options from Kochi (Cochin) to Kodaikanal
Kochi (Cochin) to Kodaikanal By Car: Take a cab from Kochi to Kodaikanal, which takes around 6 hours. The approximate cost of cabs ranges from INR15 to INR45 per kilometre, depending upon the type of car. Ideal for families with kids and seniors.
Kochi (Cochin) to Kodaikanal By Bus: Take a direct bus from Kochi to Kodaikanal, which takes around 7 hours. The buses operating on this route are managed by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. The Kodaikanal bus stop is located in the city centre. Ideal for backpackers, individual travellers and youngsters.
Kochi (Cochin) to Kodaikanal By Train: Take a direct train from Kochi to Kodaikanal railway station, which takes around 13 hours. The Kodaikanal city centre is located at a distance of around 80 km from the railway station and can be reached by taxi or bus that takes around 2 hours. Economical and Ideal for travelling with families and seniors or in groups.
Travel arrangements done by Sterling Valley View and the taxi was good. The driver was very helpful and guided us properly throughout the entire trip. As guided by the travel desk we visited Palani temple. On the way to Kodai the terrain having a nice view.
Spending time with family in a hill station is so good. This year I planned my trip to Kodaikanal with family members. Right from the start till the finish it was an enjoyable trip and we travelled by car.
We started by morning 7 and reached Woody's by around 4 in the evening. We traveled via Alathur, Kollankode, Palani. On the way had breakfast and lunch and there were small towns and nice hotels on the route. We next went for sightseeing in Kodaikanal. First stop was Coakers Walk. It’s a walk way on the top of a hill. There was so much mist and fog which made was difficult to take any pictures. From Coakers Walk we can see the Kodaikanal Market area and the Pine forests. The journey was nice and everybody enjoyed it.
We visited many places en-route and it was awesome for us as we enjoyed a lot during our trip to Kodaikanal and from there we visited Thekady and then to Munnar. We covered all these high ranges in one trip as we had a good vehicle to travel.
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Car Type:
SUV
This route has:
Petrol pumps
Accomodation
Food/Dhabas
Route Taken:
Kochi - Dhanushkodi Rd/Kochi-Madurai-Tondi Point Hwy/National Highway 49
The driver was kind and helpful. The climate through the journey was awesome. The coffee orchards during the drive were scenic.there are many hotels and dhabas on the way but most of them are too costly. There are many ayurvedic centers which one can visit through their journey to buy spices.
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