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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Manipal is to train which costs ₹410 - ₹2,400 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Manipal is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 37m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Manipal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Manipal via Aluva Bypass Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

How far is it from Kochi to Manipal?

The distance between Kochi and Manipal is 440 km. The road distance is 468.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Manipal without a car is to train which takes 9h 42m and costs ₹410 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Kochi to Manipal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Manipal bus from?

Kochi to Manipal bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Aluva Bypass Junction station.

Train or bus from Kochi to Manipal?

The best way to get from Kochi to Manipal is to train which takes 9h 42m and costs ₹410 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Aluva Bypass Junction, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹1,700 and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Kochi to Manipal bus arrive?

Kochi to Manipal bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Manipal station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Manipal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Manipal is 469 km. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Kochi to Manipal.

Where can I stay near Manipal?

There are 269+ hotels available in Manipal.

Kochi to Manipal - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kochi to Manipal by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Cochin International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)COK - IXE
2. Take the taxi from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Manipal
5h 37m
₹6,348–12,804
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Udupi12617 / ...
9h 42m
₹414–2,316
Bus via Aluva Bypass Junction
1. Take the bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Manipal
12h 3m
₹1,123–1,694
Drive 468.7 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Manipal468.7 km
7h 23m
₹4,950–7,150
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Manipal468.7 km
7h 23m
₹12,000–16,000
Train to Trivandrum, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Thiruvananthapuram Central
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)TRV - IXE
3. Take the taxi from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Manipal
6h 38m
₹7,192–15,858
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kalamassery to Manipal
13h 24m
₹1,035–2,439

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE) flights

52Weekly Planes

4h 43mAverage Duration

₹3,833Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kochi to Manipal.

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Distance: 440.2 km
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Manipal, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Udupi 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 9h 39m. Alternatively, Kohinoor Travels operates a bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Manipal once daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–1,600 and the journey takes 10h 33m.

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