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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Mannar is to train via Perambur which costs ₹600 - ₹3,300 and takes 14h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Mannar is to fly and train which takes 6h 55m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Mannar?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Mannar. However, there are services departing from Vadapalani and arriving at Chengannur via Virugambakkam Saradha Nagar, Koyembedu Omni Bus stand and Kottarakkara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Mannar?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Mannar. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Chengannur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Chennai to Mannar?

The distance between Chennai and Mannar is 750 km. The road distance is 679.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Mannar without a car is to bus via Ezhukone which takes 10h 32m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 10h 32m to get from Chennai to Mannar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Mannar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Mannar train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Mannar?

The best way to get from Chennai to Mannar is to bus via Ezhukone which takes 10h 32m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹600 - ₹3,300 and takes 13h.

Where does the Chennai to Mannar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Mannar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Mannar?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Mannar is 679 km. It takes approximately 10h 23m to drive from Chennai to Mannar.

Where can I stay near Mannar?

There are 106+ hotels available in Mannar.

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Bus via Ezhukone
best
1. Take the bus from Koyembedu Omni Bus stand to Kottarakarabus
2. Take the bus from Kottarakkara to Chengannurbus
10h 32m
₹1,242–3,356
Train via Perambur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perambur to Chengannurtrain 12508
14h 42m
₹617–3,256
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Chengannurtrain 12623 / ...
13h
₹619–3,271
Drive 679.3 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Mannarcar 679.3 km
10h 23m
₹7,666–11,072
Fly to Trivandrum, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Mavelikaratrain
6h 55m
₹5,994–11,962
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kottayam, Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kottayam, Kerala
15h 44m
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Chengannurtrain
7h 34m
₹6,033–10,402
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the train from Podanur Jn to Tiruvallatrain
8h 58m
₹5,963–10,762
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Kayankulamtrain
11h 45m
₹8,533–20,692
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
2. Take the train from Parpanangadi to Shoranur Jntrain
3. Take the train from Shoranur Jn to Chengannurtrain
10h 14m
₹6,683–13,742

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

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 749.6 km
Duration: 10h 32m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Mannar, Kerala, India?

You can take a bus from Vadapalani to Mannar via Virugambakkam, Virugambakkam Saradha Nagar, Koyambedu Market, Koyembedu Omni Bus stand, Kottarakara, Kottarakkara, and Chengannur in around 10h 32m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Chengannur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 50m.

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