Surat to Kochi by train
Kochi lies 1,304 km (810 mi) south of Surat, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 25 h at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 1,591 km (989 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Surat | Kochi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.6 million | 633,553 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Ernakulam Terminus |
Where to book trains from Surat to Kochi
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Staying in Kochi
Our booking partner lists 100 places to stay in Kochi. Of the 96 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (54), and 6 are five-star. Guests have left 920 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kochi from Surat?
1,304 km (810 mi) in a straight line, south of Surat; by road roughly 1,591 km (989 mi).
How long does it take to get from Surat to Kochi by train?
About 25 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Surat and Kochi?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kochi?
Our booking partner lists 100 places to stay in Kochi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.