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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Manipal is to train which costs ₹430 - ₹2,500 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Manipal is to train and fly and taxi which takes 6h 35m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹18,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Manipal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Manipal via Angamaly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Manipal?

The distance between Kottayam and Manipal is 540 km. The road distance is 520.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Manipal without a car is to train which takes 9h 53m and costs ₹430 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Kottayam to Manipal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Manipal bus from?

Kottayam to Manipal bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Kottayam station.

Train or bus from Kottayam to Manipal?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Manipal is to train which takes 9h 53m and costs ₹430 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,800 and takes 13h 14m.

Where does the Kottayam to Manipal bus arrive?

Kottayam to Manipal bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Angamaly station.

Can I drive from Kottayam to Manipal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Manipal is 520 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Kottayam to Manipal.

Where can I stay near Manipal?

There are 273+ hotels available in Manipal.

Kottayam to Manipal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kottayam to Manipal by train, bus, car, plane, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Udupitrain 12202 / ...
9h 53m
₹435–2,470
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Angamalybus
2. Take the bus from Angamaly to Manipalbus
13h 14m
₹1,205–1,779
Drive 520.2 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Manipalcar 520.2 km
8h 4m
₹5,566–8,039
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane COK - IXE
3. Take the taxi from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Manipaltaxi
6h 39m
₹6,485–14,836
Train to Trivandrum, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Trivandrum Petttrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane TRV - IXE
3. Take the taxi from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Manipaltaxi
6h 35m
₹6,865–17,355

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

49Weekly Planes

4h 43mAverage Duration

₹3,883Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kottayam to Manipal.

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Distance: 540 km
Duration: 9h 53m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Udupi once daily. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kottayam to Manipal via Angamaly in around 13h 14m.

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