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

The cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Manali is to bus via Tambaram which costs ₹700 - ₹2,300 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Manali is to fly and line 595 bus which takes 3h 21m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Thoothukudi and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Thoothukudi to Manali. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Thoothukudi - Old Bus Stand and arriving at Government School via Thirumangalam EB Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 18m.

How far is it from Thoothukudi to Manali?

The distance between Thoothukudi and Manali is 594 km. The road distance is 602.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Manali without a car is to bus via Tambaram which takes 12h 15m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Thoothukudi to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Manali bus from?

Thoothukudi to Manali bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Thoothukudi - Old Bus Stand station.

Train or bus from Thoothukudi to Manali?

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Manali is to bus via Tambaram which takes 12h 15m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹480 - ₹3,600 and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Manali bus arrive?

Thoothukudi to Manali bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu station.

Can I drive from Thoothukudi to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Thoothukudi to Manali is 603 km. It takes approximately 8h 50m to drive from Thoothukudi to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 793+ hotels available in Manali.

Thoothukudi to Manali - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, line 595 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Thoothukudi to Manali by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly, line 595 bus
best
1. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)TCR - MAA
2. Take the bus from I.T.C. to M.F.L
3h 21m
₹5,421–10,774
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore12694
12h 24m
₹487–3,548
Bus via Tambaram
1. Take the bus from Tuticorin to Chennai Kalainagar
12h 15m
₹731–2,214
Drive 602.9 km
1. Drive from Thoothukudi to Manali602.9 km
8h 50m
₹6,298–9,097
Bus
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Thoothukudi - Old Bus Stand to FlixBus Chennai - KoyambeduFlixBus IN5113
2. Take the bus from Thirumangalam EB Office to Government School121A
14h 18m
₹867–2,904

Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

35Weekly Planes

1h 33mAverage Duration

₹4,614Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 593.7 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

SETC operates a bus from Tuticorin to Chennai Kalainagar hourly. Tickets cost ₹550–1,200 and the journey takes 9h 30m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Tuticorin to Chennai Egmore once daily. Tickets cost ₹340–2,700 and the journey takes 11h 10m.

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