Kochi → Bangalore
- • Salem–Krishnagiri belt is a common charge zone.
- • Start with high SOC leaving Kochi.
| Route | Distance | Drive | Highway | Typical stops | Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kochi → Bangalore Kerala to Karnataka — ghats and heat affect range. | ~550 km | 10–11h | NH544 / NH48 | Typically 1–2 DC stops from 90% SOC. | Plan |
| Chennai → Kochi Tamil Nadu to Kerala — two-state corridor with improving DC on NH544. | ~690 km | 11–12h | NH544 / NH66 | Typically 2–3 DC stops; consider overnight split. | Plan |
Chennai → Kochi
- • Coimbatore hub for split trips.
- • Kerala entry: verify CCS2 at primary and backup.