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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Manali is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹3,200 and takes 12h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Manali is to subway and fly and line 595 bus which takes 5h 50m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Manali. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Avurikollaimedu via Aluva By Pass and Madhavaram Rountana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Manali. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Perambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

How far is it from Kochi to Manali?

The distance between Kochi and Manali is 599 km. The road distance is 672.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Manali without a car is to train which takes 12h 27m and costs ₹650 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Kochi to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Manali bus from?

Kochi to Manali bus services, operated by Vetri Travels, depart from Aluva By Pass station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Manali train from?

Kochi to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.

Train or bus from Kochi to Manali?

The best way to get from Kochi to Manali is to train which takes 12h 27m and costs ₹650 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Aluva By Pass, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,900 and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the Kochi to Manali bus arrive?

Kochi to Manali bus services, operated by Vetri Travels, arrive at Madhavaram station.

Where does the Kochi to Manali train arrive?

Kochi to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Perambur station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Manali is 672 km. It takes approximately 9h 57m to drive from Kochi to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 834+ hotels available in Manali.

Kochi to Manali - 8 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, and line 595 bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Kochi to Manali by subway, plane, bus, train, or car

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Subway to Cochin International Airport, fly, line 595 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Maharajas College to Aluvasubway
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the bus from I.T.C. to M.F.Lbus
5h 50m
₹5,660–8,723
Train via Thirumangalam
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Chennai Egmoretrain 16128
22h 11m
₹513–3,676
Train
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Peramburtrain 22640 / ...
12h 27m
₹683–3,121
Bus via Aluva By Pass
1. Take the bus from Aluva By Pass to Madhavarambus
15h 10m
₹1,532–2,829
Drive 672.3 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Manalicar 672.3 km
9h 57m
₹7,595–10,970
Train to Coimbatore International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Coimbatore Jntrain
2. Fly from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CJB - MAA
8h 15m
₹5,578–9,404
Train, train to Calicut International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Shoranur Jntrain
2. Take the train from Shoranur Jn to Parpanangaditrain
3. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
8h 27m
₹6,922–12,477
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cochin to Koyembedubus
15h 24m
₹1,117–3,305

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

60Weekly Planes

1h 53mAverage Duration

₹5,444Cheapest Price

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Distance: 599.4 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Perambur 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 16m. Alternatively, Vetri Travels operates a bus from Aluva By Pass to Madhavaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹1,500–2,700 and the journey takes 12h 12m.

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