Planning a train journey from Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam)? This page lists all 12 trains from Kanhangad (KZE) to Ernakulam Junction (ERS) or Ernakulam Town (ERN), with departure and arrival times, travel time and running days. Use the day buttons to quickly see the Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam) train timings for Monday, Tuesday or any day of the week.
Whether you are travelling from Kanhangad town, Hosdurg, Padannakkad, Mavungal, Athinhal or Puthiyakotta, all these trains board from Kanhangad railway station (KZE).
Quick Facts: Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam) Trains
- Total trains – 12 (6 daily, 6 weekly / selected days)
- First train – 6:00 AM, Parasuram Express
- Last train – 8:25 PM, Poorna Express
- Fastest train – Mangaluru–Nagercoil Amrit Bharat Exp, about 5h 30m
- From station – Kanhangad (KZE)
- To station – Ernakulam Junction (ERS) or Ernakulam Town (ERN)
Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam) Train Timings (Day-wise)
Showing all 12 trains from Kanhangad (KZE) to Kochi (Ernakulam).
| Departs KZE | Train | Arrives | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Parasuram Express 16649 • Daily | 1:50 PM ERN | 7h 50m |
| 6:55 AM | Netravati Express 16345 • Daily | 2:10 PM ERS | 7h 15m |
| 8:25 AM | Ernad Express 16605 • Daily | 4:15 PM ERS | 7h 50m |
| 8:57 AM | Mangaluru–Nagercoil Amrit Bharat Exp 16330 • Wed | 2:27 PM ERN | 5h 30m |
| 3:30 PM | Mangaluru–Thiruvananthapuram Express 16348 • Daily | 11:10 PM ERN | 7h 40m |
| 4:20 PM | Mangaluru–TVC North Antyodaya Exp 16314 • Tue | 11:25 PM ERN | 7h 05m |
| 6:45 PM | Maveli Express 16603 • Daily | 1:50 AM (next day) ERS | 7h 05m |
| 7:00 PM | Veraval–Thiruvananthapuram Express 16333 • Fri | 2:05 AM (next day) ERN | 7h 05m |
| 7:00 PM | Okha–Ernakulam Express 16337 • Sun, Tue | 2:50 AM (next day) ERS | 7h 50m |
| 7:00 PM | Gandhidham–Nagercoil Express 16335 • Sat | 2:05 AM (next day) ERN | 7h 05m |
| 7:35 PM | Malabar Express 16630 • Daily | 3:00 AM (next day) ERN | 7h 25m |
| 8:25 PM | Poorna Express 11097 • Sun | 3:15 AM (next day) ERS | 6h 50m |
Tap a day to see only the trains running that day. Timings as of November 2026.
Best Daily Trains from Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam)
- Morning – Parasuram Express (6:00 AM), Netravati Express (6:55 AM), Ernad Express (8:25 AM)
- Afternoon – Mangaluru–Thiruvananthapuram Express (3:30 PM)
- Evening / Night – Maveli Express (6:45 PM), Malabar Express (7:35 PM)
Weekly Trains from Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam)
- Mangaluru–Nagercoil Amrit Bharat Exp (16330) – 8:57 AM, runs on Wed
- Mangaluru–TVC North Antyodaya Exp (16314) – 4:20 PM, runs on Tue
- Veraval–Thiruvananthapuram Express (16333) – 7:00 PM, runs on Fri
- Okha–Ernakulam Express (16337) – 7:00 PM, runs on Sun, Tue
- Gandhidham–Nagercoil Express (16335) – 7:00 PM, runs on Sat
- Poorna Express (11097) – 8:25 PM, runs on Sun
Travel Tips
- 👉 Vande Bharat: Vande Bharat Express does not stop at Kanhangad. Board it from Kasaragod or Kannur if you prefer it.
- Ernakulam Junction (ERS) vs Ernakulam Town (ERN): some trains stop only at Town (North). Check the "Arrives" column before booking.
- Book tickets on the IRCTC website or app. Book early for weekends, holidays and festival seasons.
- Check live running status on NTES before leaving home, especially for long-distance trains.
- Reach the station at least 15 minutes before departure.
Note: Timings are as of November 2026, collected from railway timetable listings. Train schedules can change, so please confirm on IRCTC or NTES before you travel.
Other Train Timings from Kanhangad
- Kanhangad to Mangalore trains
- Kanhangad to Kannur trains
- Kanhangad to Kozhikode trains
- Kanhangad to Thiruvananthapuram trains
- Kanhangad bus timings
FAQs – Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam) Trains
How many trains run from Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam)?
12 trains run from Kanhangad (KZE) to Kochi (Ernakulam): 6 daily trains and 6 trains that run on selected days of the week.
What is the first train from Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam)?
The first train of the day is the Parasuram Express (16649), departing Kanhangad at 6:00 AM daily. The first daily morning train is the Parasuram Express at 6:00 AM.
What is the last train from Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam)?
The last train is the Poorna Express (11097), departing Kanhangad at 8:25 PM on Sun.
Which is the fastest train from Kanhangad to Kochi (Ernakulam)?
The Mangaluru–Nagercoil Amrit Bharat Exp (16330) is the fastest, taking about 5h 30m.
Does Vande Bharat Express stop at Kanhangad?
No. Vande Bharat Express trains do not stop at Kanhangad. The nearest stops are Kasaragod and Kannur.
