Kochi trip from Bangalore

About Kochi

Kochi works both as a destination and as the entry point for Munnar, the backwaters and Thekkady. Fort Kochi and Mattancherry hold the old trading-port heritage, while Ernakulam has most of the modern hotels.

Most travellers from Bengaluru fly in, then use a private transfer for onward travel inside Kerala.

Things to do in Kochi

• Fort Kochi and the Chinese fishing nets
• Mattancherry Palace and Jew Town
• Marine Drive at sunset
• Kathakali and cultural performances
• Gateway to Munnar and the backwaters

Who Kochi suits

Couples, families and first-time visitors to Kerala who want heritage plus easy access to the rest of the state.

Getting to Kochi from Bengaluru

Cochin International Airport is roughly 30 to 35 km from Fort Kochi. Trains and buses connect Kochi with Bengaluru, and the road trip takes ten to eleven hours. Ferries link Fort Kochi and Ernakulam and are easy to use.

A sample plan for Kochi

Day one: Fort Kochi, the Chinese fishing nets and Mattancherry. Day two: Marine Drive, a cultural performance in the evening and local seafood. Add a day for a backwater outing or a trip to Munnar.

Planning tips for Kochi

• Use the ferries between Fort Kochi and Ernakulam; they are simple and cheap.
• Visit the fishing nets in the morning or evening.
• Book Fort Kochi stays early for the winter months.

Good to know before you go

Distances here are short, but traffic can slow the main roads. Staying in Fort Kochi puts you close to the heritage lanes, while Ernakulam has more business hotels. Choose by purpose, and use the ferries to move between the two. Tell us which area you prefer and we shortlist stays there.

Stays and planning

Stays we recommend here include Ginger Kochi MG Road. Availability and the final price are confirmed by the TripBanao team when you enquire. See our stays in Kochi.