Kochi, a major port city in Kerala, is connected to Rayagada by rail and air (via nearby airports). The distance is over 1,500 kilometers. Trains are the most common mode, taking about 30 to 35 hours. Flights are faster but require travel to the nearest airport (Visakhapatnam).
Total Distance: 1500 km by road, 1300 km straight-line.
Long-distance trains require advance booking.
October to March for pleasant weather.