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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Manali is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹5,000 and takes 18h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Manali is to bus and fly which takes 5h 48m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Manali. However, there are services departing from Manipal Tiger Circle and arriving at M.F.L. via Bengaluru and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Manipal and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Manipal to Manali. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Perambur via Katpadi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 6m.

How far is it from Manipal to Manali?

The distance between Manipal and Manali is 688 km. The road distance is 706.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Manali without a car is to bus via Central Station which takes 17h 17m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Manipal to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Manali bus from?

Manipal to Manali bus services, operated by Intercity travels, depart from Manipal Tiger Circle station.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Manali train from?

Manipal to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Udupi station.

Train or bus from Manipal to Manali?

The best way to get from Manipal to Manali is to bus via Central Station which takes 17h 17m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹5,000 and takes 18h 6m.

Where does the Manipal to Manali bus arrive?

Manipal to Manali bus services, operated by Intercity travels, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Manipal to Manali train arrive?

Manipal to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Katpadi Jn station.

Can I drive from Manipal to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Manali is 706 km. It takes approximately 10h 11m to drive from Manipal to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 812+ hotels available in Manali.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Manipal to Manali by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to FlixBus Kulaibus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXE - MAA
5h 48m
₹6,796–11,034
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Chennai Egmoretrain 16160 / ...
26h 26m
₹986–5,618
Bus via Central Station
1. Take the bus from Manipal Tiger Circle to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper / ...
17h 17m
₹1,224–4,366
Train
1. Take the train from Udupi to Katpadi Jntrain 12790
2. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Peramburtrain 12658 / ...
18h 6m
₹1,005–4,938
Drive 706.2 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Manalicar 706.2 km
10h 11m
₹6,909–9,980
Bus, train via Avadi
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Avaditrain 12686
18h 42m
₹1,400–7,338
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to FlixBus Flixbus Stop - Madiwala Bengalurubus FlixBus IN4520
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Flixbus Stop - Madiwala Bengaluru to FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedubus FlixBus IN4312 / ...
21h 44m
₹1,184–3,808

Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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3h 20mAverage Duration

₹4,138Cheapest Price

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Distance: 688 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Manipal Tiger Circle to Manali via Bengaluru, Chennai, Central Station, and M.F.L. in around 17h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Manipal to Manali via Udupi, Katpadi Jn, and Perambur in around 18h 6m.

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