Kochi to Kovalam by tempo traveller or bus
Kovalam is a beach destination in Kerala, ≈ 228 km from Kochi. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.
Kochi to Kovalam is ≈ 228 km by road, 5–6 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A 2-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹14,000–17,200, and ₹30,400–40,900 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).
- Distance
- ≈ 228 km
- estimated
- Drive time
- 5–6 h
- group vehicle
- Plan for
- 2 to 3 days
- most groups
- Round trip
- ~502 km
- within the state
Kochi to Kovalam fare by vehicle
Round trip with driver over 2 days, about 502 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 2 days | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹9,800–13,000 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹11,900–15,100 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹14,000–17,200 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹16,100–20,300 | Get quotes |
| Force Urbania (luxury van) | 10–17 | ₹18,200–23,500 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹22,400–30,400 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹30,400–40,900 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 50–56 seater | 50–56 | ₹35,600–46,200 | Get quotes |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Change the days or stops in the fare calculatorRates per km for every vehicle
On the way
Places close to the route, good for a break or a darshan stop.
- Kumarakom
- Alappuzha (Alleppey)
- Varkala
Add to the trip: around Kovalam
Distances are estimated from the map.
- Poovar · ≈ 16 km from Kovalam
- Thiruvananthapuram · ≈ 18 km from Kovalam
- Nagercoil · ≈ 65 km from Kovalam
- Kollam · ≈ 83 km from Kovalam
- Kanyakumari · ≈ 86 km from Kovalam
- Tirunelveli · ≈ 113 km from Kovalam
Good to know
- Beach towns have narrow lanes; a tempo traveller or mini bus parks more easily than a full-size bus.
- Quotes usually include fuel, driver, and his food and stay. Tolls, parking and state taxes are listed separately. Yippigo shows each quote line by line.
Questions groups ask
How far is Kovalam from Kochi by road?
≈ 228 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 502 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 5–6 hours with tea and meal stops.
What is the tempo traveller fare from Kochi to Kovalam?
For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹11,900–15,100 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹14,000–17,200 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹16,100–20,300 (Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater), indicative, October 2026. That covers vehicle hire, the driver allowance, night halts and 5% GST; tolls and parking are extra.
How much does a bus from Kochi to Kovalam cost?
For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹22,400–30,400 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹30,400–40,900 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹35,600–46,200 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days should a group plan for Kovalam?
Most groups make it 2 to 3 days. With an extra day you can add Poovar and Thiruvananthapuram.
Which vehicle suits my group?
Up to 7 people fit an SUV or Innova; 9–26 a tempo traveller; 27–35 a mini bus; 36–56 a full-size coach. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.
How do I get exact prices?
Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Kochi are invited to quote, aiming for 3 quotes: vehicle, driver, tolls and permits line by line. You compare and pay the operator you choose an advance (20–30%) directly.