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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Manipal to Kodaikanal

Cheapest
9 h 11 min
Car
584 km.
from $32
Other
6 h 57 min
Taxi, Plane
453 km.
from $221.91
17 h 58 min
Train, Taxi
454 km.
from $69.09
14 h 32 min
454 km.
Select a ticket
8 h 13 min
Taxi, Plane
453 km.
from $161.04
8 h 30 min
Taxi, Plane
453 km.
from $163.22
18 h 22 min
454 km.
from $49.87

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Bajpe Airport to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$343.02
Plane from Bajpe Airport to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$241.38
Plane from Bajpe Airport to Nedumbassery
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$228.68

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Bajpe Airport to Nedumbassery
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.52–$139.75

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Udupi to Dindigul
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$4.70–$107.99

Bus operators

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Email:
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Kannur to Pallani
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.68–$10.16

KSRTC

Phone:
080-26252625
Website:
ksrtc.in
Bus from Mangaluru to Shanthi
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.21–$13.97

Sam Tourist Bus

Phone:
080 46333686
Email:
Website:
samtourist.com/
Bus from Shanthi Nagar to Kodaikanal
Ave. Duration:
8h 32m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.52–$40.65

Kallada Tours and Travels

Phone:
8893555000
Email:
Website:
kalladatravels.com/
Bus from Manipal to Mangalore
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.72–$8.26

Kohinoor Travels

Phone:
7034942999, 04994223952
Email:
Bus from Manipal to Kannur
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Manipal to Kodaikānāl?

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Kodaikānāl is to train and taxi which costs $15.22 - $108.70 and takes 17h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manipal to Kodaikānāl?

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Kodaikānāl is to taxi and fly which takes 6h 57m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Kodaikānāl?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Kodaikānāl. However, there are services departing from Manipal and arriving at Kodaikanal via Mangaluru and Shanthi Nagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 22m.

How far is it from Manipal to Kodaikānāl?

The distance between Manipal and Kodaikānāl is 694 km. The road distance is 583.7 km.

How do I travel from Manipal to Kodaikānāl without a car?

The best way to get from Manipal to Kodaikānāl without a car is to bus which takes 14h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Manipal to Kodaikānāl?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Manipal to Kodaikānāl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kodaikānāl bus from?

Manipal to Kodaikānāl bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Manipal station.

Where does the Manipal to Kodaikānāl bus arrive?

Manipal to Kodaikānāl bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Mangalore station.

Can I drive from Manipal to Kodaikānāl?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Kodaikānāl is 584 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Manipal to Kodaikānāl.

Where can I stay near Kodaikānāl?

There are 560+ hotels available in Kodaikānāl. Prices start at $6.76 per night.
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