What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to Manakala?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Manakala is to train via Perambur which costs ₹500 - ₹3,300 and takes 15h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Manakala?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Manakala is to fly and bus which takes 7h 4m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Manakala?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Manakala. However, there are services departing from Vadapalani and arriving at Adoor via Virugambakkam Saradha Nagar, Koyembedu Omni Bus stand and Kottarakkara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Manakala?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Manakala. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Chengannur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 14m.

How far is it from Chennai to Manakala?

The distance between Chennai and Manakala is 744 km. The road distance is 681.9 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to Manakala without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to Manakala without a car is to train via Chengannur which takes 14h 14m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,300.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Manakala?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Chennai to Manakala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Manakala bus from?

Chennai to Manakala bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Manakala train from?

Chennai to Manakala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train or bus from Chennai to Manakala?

The best way to get from Chennai to Manakala is to train via Chengannur which takes 14h 14m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,200 and takes 16h 7m.

Where does the Chennai to Manakala bus arrive?

Chennai to Manakala bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Kottarakara station.

Where does the Chennai to Manakala train arrive?

Chennai to Manakala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chengannur station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Manakala?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Manakala is 682 km. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Chennai to Manakala.

Where can I stay near Manakala?

There are 113+ hotels available in Manakala.

Chennai to Manakala - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

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There are 9 ways to get from Chennai to Manakala by plane, bus, train, car, or subway

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Fly to Trivandrum, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Adoorbus
7h 4m
₹6,291–13,528
Train via Perambur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Chengannurtrain 06117
15h 38m
₹543–3,228
Train via Chengannur
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Chengannurtrain 12623 / ...
14h 14m
₹549–3,271
Bus
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Kottarakarabus
16h 7m
₹1,104–3,201
Drive 681.9 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Manakalacar 681.9 km
10h 20m
₹7,715–11,143
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Kottarakaratrain
10h 10m
₹8,210–19,668
Subway, fly to Cochin International Airport, train, bus
1. Take the subway from Cmbt to Airportsubway
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
3. Take the train from Aluva to Chengannurtrain
4. Take the bus from Chengannur to Adoorbus
8h 52m
₹5,880–10,568
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Sasthankottatrain 06119
14h 17m
₹791–3,549
Bus via Palani
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Palani, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Palani, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Palani to Adoorbus
19h 9m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

22Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

₹6,197Cheapest Price

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Distance: 744.2 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Manakala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Chengannur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 54m. Alternatively, Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Kottarakara once daily. Tickets cost ₹950–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 7m.

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