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1 Trains found between Kochi (ERS) to Karaikal (KIK)

16188 ERS KIK EXPRESS

Runs on S M T W T F S

Mail/Express

(16188 Running Status)

22:25

ERS

13h 20m

11:45

KIK

SL₹340

WL 77

43% Chance

3A₹930

WL 27

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2A₹1320

WL 15

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Kochi to Karaikal Train Ticket Booking Online

Book Kochi to Karaikal trains – Approximately 1 trains run today between Kochi and Karaikal, covering a distance of about 592 km by train. Trains from Kochi to Karaikal are listed above along with their train schedule, timetable, and ticket fares. To get accurate, up-to-date information about Kochi to Karaikal train reservation, Kochi to Karaikal train ticket price, and Kochi Karaikal railway time table, you can visit the ixigo app or website. If you're unsure about which train to book, ixigo simplifies your decision-making process and helps you with the Kochi to Karaikal train time table with the options like cheapest, fastest, first and last train from Kochi to Karaikal.

With ixigo, you can check Kochi to Karaikal train seat availability in real-time. ixigo also offers features like tracking & sharing Kochi to Karaikal train live running status, platform number, and viewing seat maps. For anything related to Kochi to Karaikal train booking, you can rely on ixigo's assistance. You can also book Kochi to Karaikal train tickets on ConfirmTkt, powered by ixigo.


Kochi to Karaikal Fastest Train

The fastest train from Kochi to Karaikal is 16188 ERS KIK EXPRESS. It takes about 13:20 hours to reach Karaikal. This train leaves Kochi (ERS) at 22:25 and reaches Karaikal (KIK) at 11:45. It operates on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.


Cheapest Train from Kochi to Karaikal

The cheapest train from Kochi to Karaikal is 16188 ERS KIK EXPRESS. It takes around 13:20 to reach Karaikal. 16188 ERS KIK EXPRESS leaves Kochi ERS at 22:25 and reaches Karaikal KIK at 11:45. The price of ERS KIK EXPRESS ticket is 340 INR. The train operates on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.


First Train from Kochi to Karaikal

The first train from Kochi to Karaikal is 16188 ERS KIK EXPRESS. This train takes about 13:20 to reach Karaikal. It leaves Kochi ERS at 22:25 and reaches Karaikal KIK at 11:45 and operates on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.


Kochi to Karaikal Last Train

The last train to Karaikal from Kochi is 16188 ERS KIK EXPRESS. It takes around 13:20 hours to reach Karaikal. The last train leaves Kochi ERS at 22:25 and reaches Karaikal KIK at 11:45 and operates on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.


PNR status enquiry from Kochi to Karaikal

If you are travelling from Kochi to Karaikal and want to know about your PNR status, then you can use PNR status enquiry feature and check the status at ixigo. It offers updated PNR information.


Kochi to Karaikal Train Tickets Price

If travel is on your mind and you are looking for Kochi to Karaikal train tickets, ixigo is the ideal platform. The Kochi to Karaikal train reservation ticket price depends on your travel dates, choice of coach, and individual preferences. Travellers can find tickets ranging between ₹340 and ₹1320, with the lowest Kochi to Karaikal train ticket rate starting at ₹340.

Listed below are the minimum ticket prices for each travel class:

Class

Minimum Price

2A

1320

3A

930

SL

340


Daily Trains from Kochi to Karaikal

A total of 1 Kochi to Karaikal trains operate daily connecting these two cities. See the details below:

Train Name (No.)

Day of Departure

Time of Departure

Time of Arrival

Origin Station

Destination Station

Total Time of Travel

ERS KIK EXPRESS (16188)

Daily

22:25

11:45

Ernakulam Junction (South)

Karaikal

13:20 hrs


Kochi to Karaikal Trains Seat Availability

Check Kochi to Karaikal train seat availability on ixigo. Enter the train name or number and hit the search button. You will find the seat availability for different classes along with the fares for the next 60 days. You can also check the availability for various quotas.


Kochi to Karaikal Trains Running Status

Check Kochi to Karaikal train running status on ixigo. Enter the train number or name into the search box and hit the search button. You will find the complete train timetable, stoppage information and delay at each station (if any) during the journey. You can also check the platform number and coach position of the train through the feature.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How many trains run daily between Kochi to Karaikal?

A. 1 trains run daily between Kochi to Karaikal.

Q. What is the approximate travel distance between Kochi to Karaikal by train?

A. The approximate travel distance between Kochi to Karaikal is 592 kms.

Q. How many trains run weekly from Kochi to Karaikal?

A. To travel from Kochi to Karaikal, 1 weekly trains are available.

Q. If travelling from Kochi to Karaikal, how many days prior to jouney date are Tatkal tickets available?

A. In case of Tatkal tickets, the reservation be done 1 day prior. The journey route is from Kochi to Karaikal.

Q. Which is the slowest train that runs from Kochi to Karaikal route?

A. The name of the slowest train that runs on Kochi to Karaikal route is 16188 ERS KIK EXPRESS. It departs from Kochi at 22:25 and reaches Karaikal at 11:45. The train covers a distance of 592 kms.

Q. What is NTES? Can I check train running status online, if travelling from Kochi to Karaikal?

A. NTES stands for National Train Enquiry System. To check train running status online from Kochi to Karaikal one can use ixigo app.

Q. How to check train seat availability online, if travelling from Kochi to Karaikal?

A. When travelling from Kochi to Karaikal check train seat availability online by using ixigo.

Q. How do I book a train ticket from Kochi to Karaikal through IRCTC?

A. You can book an online IRCTC train ticket from Kochi to Karaikal by simply logging into your IRCTC account and entering the required details.
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