Fort Kochi is well-connected through various transport hubs, including Cochin International Airport (COK), two main railway stations in Ernakulam (Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town), multiple bus terminals, and a network of ferry services, including the newly launched Kochi Water Metro.
From/To Cochin International Airport (COK):
Taxi/Private Car:: The journey is approximately 41-44 km and takes around 44-75 minutes. Fares for a taxi typically range from ₹1,000-₹1,300, while private car services can cost ₹1,850-₹2,200. Ride-sharing services like Uber may cost around ₹769-₹941.
Bus:: KSRTC AC Volvo buses operate between Fort Kochi bus terminus and Cochin International Airport, with a fare of approximately ₹85 and a travel time of about 1 hour 45 minutes. Alternatively, a feeder bus from the airport to Aluva bus stand connects to private city buses (green) to Fort Kochi, costing around ₹120 in total. Public buses generally cost ₹50-₹100 and take 1.5-2 hours.
Shuttle Service:: Shared shuttle services from Fort Kochi to the airport are available for ₹300-₹500, with a travel time of 1.5-2 hours.
From/To Ernakulam Junction (South) and Ernakulam Town (North) Railway Stations:
Ferry/Water Metro:: From High Court Jetty, accessible from Ernakulam, a ferry or Kochi Water Metro service to Fort Kochi costs ₹40 and takes 25-57 minutes, running every 30 minutes. The Fort Kochi Water Metro station opened in April 2024 and connects to the High Court station.
Taxi/Car Ferry:: A combination of taxi and car ferry (from Vypin Jetty to Fort Kochi Junkar Jetty) from Ernakulam Junction can take 19-20 minutes and cost ₹360-₹450. Driving with a car ferry from these areas to Fort Kochi takes 19-22 minutes and costs ₹130-₹210.
Uber/Ola/Rickshaw:: An Uber from Ernakulam to Fort Kochi typically costs around ₹200. Local taxis from Ernakulam South Railway Station to Fort Kochi are approximately ₹242 for a 32-minute journey. Rickshaws are also available.
Bus:: Local buses from the Ernakulam Bus Station to Fort Kochi typically cost between ₹10 and ₹30.
Within Kochi (connecting Fort Kochi to other parts of Kochi):
Ferries:: RO-RO (Roll-on/Roll-off) ferry services, also known as Junkar, transport both vehicles and passengers between Fort Kochi and Vypin in about 7-10 minutes for ₹50-₹70. Passenger ferries from Fort Kochi to Vypin run every 10 minutes and take approximately 10 minutes.
Local Buses:: The Fort Kochi Bus Terminus is a significant hub for both private and KSRTC city bus services.
Taxis/Cabs:: Local taxi services are readily available in Fort Kochi, offering various packages including half-day and full-day rentals. Cabs from Fort Kochi to Ernakulam start from ₹817.
Metro:: While there is no direct metro station in Fort Kochi, the closest stations include Maharajas College, Ernakulam South, and MG Road. Travelers can reach these stations and then connect to Fort Kochi via bus, ferry, or taxi.
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