Palakkad → Kochi by road
Palakkad to Kochi distance, bus and tempo traveller hire
A day trip from Palakkad to Kochi in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹8,400–10,400, and ₹18,500–25,100 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026). 142 km each way, 3–4 hours in a tempo traveller or bus.
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- Distance
- 142 km
- one way, by road
- Drive time
- 3–4 h
- group vehicle
- Plan for
- a day trip
- or 2 days to see more
- Round trip
- ~312 km
- within the state
- Fare from
- ₹8,400–10,400
- Tempo Traveller 17-seater, round trip
The road distance from Palakkad to Kochi is about 142 km (measured along the road); with tea and meal stops, a tempo traveller or bus takes 3–4 hours. Most groups plan a day trip, or 2 days to see more.
Kochi (Cochin) is a city destination in Kerala. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.
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Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Palakkad → Kochi
₹8,400–10,400
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 142 km one way · 1 day, round trip
Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Palakkad to Kochi fare by vehicle
Round trip with driver over one day, about 312 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 1 day | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹5,800–7,700 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹7,100–9,000 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹8,400–10,400 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹9,700–12,300 | Get quotes |
| Force Urbania (luxury van) | 10–17 | ₹11,000–14,300 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹13,600–18,500 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹18,500–25,100 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 50–56 seater | 50–56 | ₹21,800–28,400 | Get quotes |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day 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
Palakkad to Kochi cost per person
The round-trip fare above split across every seat in the vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 7 | ₹830–1,100 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 12 | ₹590–750 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 17 | ₹490–610 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 26 | ₹370–470 |
| Force Urbania (luxury van) | 17 | ₹650–840 |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 35 | ₹390–530 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 49 | ₹380–510 |
| AC Coach 50–56 seater | 56 | ₹390–510 |
Per person if every seat is filled (the Seats column); an estimate as of Oct 2026. Fewer people means a higher share each.
Add to the trip: around Kochi
Distances are estimated from the map.
Good to know
- 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.
Verified operators near Palakkad
1 approved operator within 75 km of Palakkad. None can quote until their vehicle's RC, permit, fitness and insurance are checked and approved.
Operators for Palakkad to Kochi
Approved operators near Palakkad who can run this trip. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform.
Nalkco Trip Mentors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Palakkad, Kerala
2 vehicles · 16 seats
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Saravanabhava Translinks
Vehicle Owner
Karur, Tamil Nadu
178 km by road from Palakkad
Fleet details on request
Seventree holidays
Vehicle Owner
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Serves Palakkad
Fleet details on request
R M A Travels
Vehicle Owner
Puducherry
Serves Palakkad
Fleet details on request
Questions groups ask
What is the distance from Palakkad to Kochi by road?
142 km one way by road (measured along the route), so about 312 km for the round trip with local running.
How long does it take to reach Kochi from Palakkad by road?
A tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops takes 3–4 hours. Group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour with stops. Most groups plan a day trip, or 2 days to see more.
Which vehicle should we hire from Palakkad to Kochi for our 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.
What is the tempo traveller fare from Palakkad to Kochi?
For a day trip with driver: ₹7,100–9,000 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹8,400–10,400 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹9,700–12,300 (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 Palakkad to Kochi cost?
For a day trip with driver: ₹13,600–18,500 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹18,500–25,100 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹21,800–28,400 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
What does a Palakkad to Kochi trip cost per person?
With all 17 seats filled, a day trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller (₹8,400–10,400) works out to ₹490–610 per person, and ₹380–510 each in a 49-seater coach (an estimate, as of Oct 2026). Fewer people means a higher share each; hotels and food are extra.
How many days should a group plan for Kochi?
Most groups make it a day trip, or 2 days to see more. With an extra day you can add Chottanikkara and Nedumbassery (Kochi Airport).
Palakkad se Kochi ki duri kitni hai?
Palakkad se Kochi ki sadak se duri lagbhag 142 km hai. Tempo traveller ya bus mein chai aur khane ke stop ke saath 3 se 4 ghante lagte hain.
How do I get exact prices?
Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Palakkad 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. No Yippigo fee: free until 31 December 2026.