What is the cheapest way to get from Munnar to Manali?

The cheapest way to get from Munnar to Manali is to bus via Palani which costs ₹900 - ₹1,900 and takes 16h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munnar to Manali?

The fastest way to get from Munnar to Manali is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 50m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Munnar and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Munnar to Manali. However, there are services departing from Munnar and arriving at M.F.L. via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 46m.

How far is it from Munnar to Manali?

The distance between Munnar and Manali is 677 km. The road distance is 584.7 km.

How do I travel from Munnar to Manali without a car?

The best way to get from Munnar to Manali without a car is to taxi and train which takes 11h 43m and costs ₹2,000 - ₹4,700.

How long does it take to get from Munnar to Manali?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Munnar to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munnar to Manali bus from?

Munnar to Manali bus services, operated by VKV Travels, depart from Munnar station.

Where does the Munnar to Manali bus arrive?

Munnar to Manali bus services, operated by VKV Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Can I drive from Munnar to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Munnar to Manali is 585 km. It takes approximately 9h 15m to drive from Munnar to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 808+ hotels available in Manali.

Munnar to Manali - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Munnar to Manali by taxi, plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Munnar to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4h 50m
₹8,360–12,922
Bus #2 (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Munnar - Bus Stand to FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedubus FlixBus IN5536
16h 33m
₹862–2,875
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Munnar to Bodinayakkanurtaxi
2. Take the train from Bodinayakkanur to Peramburtrain 20602
11h 43m
₹2,080–4,669
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munnar to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
14h 46m
₹1,857–2,641
Drive 584.7 km
1. Drive from Munnar to Manalicar 584.7 km
9h 15m
₹5,725–8,270
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Munnar to Manalitaxi 584.7 km
9h 15m
₹13,000–16,000
Bus via Palani
1. Take the bus from Munnar to Palanibus
2. Take the bus from Palani to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
16h 28m
₹915–1,903

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

53Weekly Planes

1h 48mAverage Duration

₹5,471Cheapest Price

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Distance: 677 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Munnar, India and Manali, Tamil Nādu, India?

VKV Travels operates a bus from Munnar to Chennai twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,600–2,400 and the journey takes 12h 40m. Five other operators also service this route.

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