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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Kumta is to bus which costs ₹430 - ₹500 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Kumta is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Kumta?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Kumta. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle and arriving at Kumta via Kundapur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Manipal to Kumta?

The distance between Manipal and Kumta is 139 km. The road distance is 146.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Kumta without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs ₹260 - ₹1,400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Manipal to Kumta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kumta bus from?

Manipal to Kumta bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle station.

Train or bus from Manipal to Kumta?

The best way to get from Manipal to Kumta is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs ₹260 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹430 - ₹500 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Manipal to Kumta bus arrive?

Manipal to Kumta bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Kundapura - Shastri Circle station.

Can I drive from Manipal to Kumta?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Kumta is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Manipal to Kumta.

Where can I stay near Kumta?

There are 328+ hotels available in Kumta.

Manipal to Kumta - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Manipal to Kumta by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Udupi to Kumtatrain 02197 / ...
2h 41m
₹267–1,338
Bus
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to FlixBus Kundapura - Shastri Circlebus FlixBus IN4520
2. Take the bus from Kundapur to Kumtabus
4h 11m
₹432–502
Drive 146.5 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Kumtacar 146.5 km
1h 54m
₹1,588–2,294
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Kumtataxi 146.5 km
1h 54m
₹4,000–4,800

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.8 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Manipal, India and Kumta, Karnātaka, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Udupi to Kumta every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to Kumta via FlixBus Kundapura - Shastri Circle and Kundapur in around 4h 11m.

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