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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Manipal is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹2,800 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Manipal is to drive which takes 7h 24m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Manipal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Manipal via Aluva Bypass Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Manipal?

No, there is no direct train from Kochi to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Udupi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Kochi to Manipal?

The distance between Kochi and Manipal is 491 km. The road distance is 469 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Manipal without a car is to train which takes 10h 14m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 10h 14m to get from Kochi to Manipal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Manipal bus from?

Kochi to Manipal bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Aluva Bypass Junction station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Manipal train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Manipal?

The best way to get from Kochi to Manipal is to train which takes 10h 14m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,000 and takes 12h 5m.

Where does the Kochi to Manipal bus arrive?

Kochi to Manipal bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Manipal station.

Where does the Kochi to Manipal train arrive?

Kochi to Manipal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Udupi station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Manipal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Manipal is 469 km. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Kochi to Manipal.

Where can I stay near Manipal?

There are 307+ hotels available in Manipal.

Kochi to Manipal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kochi to Manipal by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Udupitrain 10216 / ...
10h 14m
₹715–2,722
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Manipalbus
12h 5m
₹1,426–1,953
Drive 469 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Manipalcar 469 km
7h 24m
₹5,353–7,732
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Manipaltaxi 469 km
7h 24m
₹10,000–13,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane COK - IXE
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Kulai to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus
9h 1m
₹6,879–15,083
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Mangaloretrain 16604 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mangalore to Manipalbus
11h 25m
₹1,055–4,372

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bajpe Airport (IXE) flights

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Distance: 490.9 km
Duration: 10h 14m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Manipal, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Udupi 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 10h. Alternatively, Kohinoor Travels operates a bus from Aluva Bypass Junction to Manipal twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–1,500 and the journey takes 10h 25m.

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