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

The cheapest way to get from Ottapalam to Manali is to train via Thirumangalam which costs ₹380 - ₹2,800 and takes 17h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottapalam to Manali is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ottapalam and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottapalam to Manali. However, there are services departing from Palakkad and arriving at M.F.L. via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Ottapalam and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Ottapalam to Manali. However, there are services departing from Ottappalam and arriving at Perambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Ottapalam to Manali?

The distance between Ottapalam and Manali is 666 km. The road distance is 569.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Manali without a car is to train which takes 9h 32m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Ottapalam to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Manali bus from?

Ottapalam to Manali bus services, operated by YBM Travels(BLM), depart from Palakkad station.

Where do I catch the Ottapalam to Manali train from?

Ottapalam to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ottappalam station.

Train or bus from Ottapalam to Manali?

The best way to get from Ottapalam to Manali is to train which takes 9h 32m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 1m.

Where does the Ottapalam to Manali bus arrive?

Ottapalam to Manali bus services, operated by YBM Travels(BLM), arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Ottapalam to Manali train arrive?

Ottapalam to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Ottapalam to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottapalam to Manali is 569 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Ottapalam to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 811+ hotels available in Manali.

Ottapalam to Manali - 9 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Ottapalam to Manali by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4h 34m
₹7,603–12,618
Train via Thirumangalam
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Chennai Egmoretrain 16160
17h 31m
₹388–2,751
Train
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Peramburtrain 22640 / ...
9h 32m
₹639–2,790
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palakkad to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
13h 1m
Drive 569.4 km
1. Drive from Ottapalam to Manalicar 569.4 km
8h 33m
₹5,571–8,047
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ottapalam to Manalitaxi 569.4 km
8h 33m
₹12,000–15,000
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
5h 56m
₹5,802–11,894
Train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Parpanangaditrain
2. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
6h 7m
₹7,058–11,701
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ottappalam to Coimbatore Jntrain 16382 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
14h 34m

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

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1h 48mAverage Duration

₹5,466Cheapest Price

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Distance: 665.9 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ottappalam to Perambur 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹310–2,400 and the journey takes 9h 21m. Alternatively, YBM Travels(BLM) operates a bus from Palakkad to Chennai every 3 hours, and the journey takes 9h 45m. Seven other operators also service this route.

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