A cab service in Kerala needs to handle more than just point-to-point city rides. The state’s tourist routes involve ghat roads with dozens of hairpin bends, single-lane backwater villages, monsoon-affected hill highways, and overnight pilgrim trips where the driver waits for hours. Ride-hailing apps solve the city commute, but Kerala tourism travel needs a dedicated cab operator.
Cochin Car Rental is an Ernakulam-based cab service running 26 vehicle types across all 14 districts of Kerala and inter-state routes to Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Goa. We operate with transparent daily-rate pricing — you see your base fare, extra charges, driver bata, and toll costs as separate line items before you confirm.
What Makes a Good Cab Service in Kerala
Own fleet vs. aggregated vehicles — Operators with their own vehicles maintain them consistently. We run our own fleet — every vehicle is serviced on schedule.
Driver quality — Kerala tourism driving requires ghat road experience, knowledge of alternate monsoon routes, and basic English communication. Our drivers have 5+ years on these routes.
Pricing clarity — We quote as: Daily rate + Extra KM + Driver bata + Toll/parking. You know what every rupee covers.
Cab Rates Across Kerala — Outstation (Per Day)
| Vehicle | 1 Day (80 km) | Extra km |
|---|---|---|
| Dzire / Etios | ₹2,500 | ₹18 |
| Ertiga | ₹2,700 | ₹20 |
| Kia Carens | On request | |
| Crysta 6+1 / 7+1 | ₹3,500 | ₹24 |
| Innova Hycross | On request | |
| Fortuner | ₹10,500 | ₹55 |
| Tempo Traveller 12S | ₹4,500 | ₹24 |
| Tempo Traveller 17S | ₹5,000 | ₹30 |
| Force Urbania | Booked through our sister company Urbania Rentals | |
| 45S Volvo | On request | |
Cab Rates — Local (80 km day)
For local use, the 1-day package above applies: up to 80 km in a day, with extra km at the same per-km rate.
Driver bata included. GST, tolls, parking and permits are billed separately; night charge ₹300 for cars and ₹650 for Tempo Travellers, 8 PM – 8 AM.
Our Cab Fleet — 26 Vehicle Types
Economy: Maruti Dzire, Toyota Etios — couples, airport transfers
Compact MUV: Ertiga, Kia Carens — families with 4-5 members
Premium MUV: Toyota Crysta (6+1, 7+1), Innova Hycross — Kerala travel standard
SUV: Fortuner, Kia Carnival — premium groups
Luxury: Mercedes E-Class (₹18,000/day), S-Class (₹49,000/day), GLS 450 (₹38,000/day), Toyota Velfire (₹29,000/day)
Tempo Traveller: 12S (₹4,500/day), 17S (₹5,000/day), 26S (₹7,500/day); 9S on request
Urbania: 10, 12 and 16 seaters through our sister company Urbania Rentals
Coach: 26S (₹10,500/day), 35S (₹11,500/day), 45S BB (₹15,000/day), 45S Volvo (₹20,000/day)
Where We Operate in Kerala
Kochi & Ernakulam: Fort Kochi, Marine Drive, Vyttila, Edappally, Kakkanad, Aluva, Perumbavoor, Nedumbassery (CIAL)
Central Kerala: Thrissur, Guruvayur, Palakkad, Athirappilly, Chalakudy
South Kerala: Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam, Thekkady, Sabarimala, Trivandrum, Kovalam, Varkala
Hill Stations: Munnar, Vagamon, Wayanad, Ponmudi, Lakkidi
North Kerala: Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod, Bekal, Thalassery
Inter-State: Coimbatore, Ooty, Kodaikanal, Madurai, Coorg, Mysore, Bangalore
How to Book a Cab in Kerala
WhatsApp +91 79942 58889 — Send pickup location, destinations, travel dates, passenger count, and vehicle preference. Detailed quote within 10 minutes.
- Confirm quote and pay booking deposit via UPI or bank transfer.
- Receive driver details 24 hours before trip.
- Driver arrives 15 minutes before pickup.
- Operations team reachable 24/7 during trip.
- Final bill settled at trip end. UPI, bank transfer, and cash accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cab service is best in Kerala?
Evaluate: own fleet (not aggregated), Google rating above 4.5, transparent daily-rate pricing, driver quality for hill roads, and WhatsApp responsiveness.
How much does a cab cost per day in Kerala?
Sedan (Dzire/Etios) costs ₹2,500/day for outstation, with driver bata included. Crysta is ₹3,500/day, bata included. GST, tolls, parking and permits are billed separately.
Can I book a cab from Kochi to Bangalore?
Yes. 570 km, 10 hours via Salem. WhatsApp us for a quote.
Do Kerala cabs have AC?
All our vehicles are fully air-conditioned. AC is included — no “AC surcharge.”
Cochin Car Rental — Vyttila, Ernakulam, Kochi 682019
WhatsApp: +91 79942 58889 | Email: taxi@cochincarrental.com
Google Maps: 4.8★ (270+ reviews)