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

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Mankara is to train which costs ₹150 - ₹1,200 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Mankara is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,200.

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Mankara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Mankara. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Kuzhalmannam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Mankara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Mankarai. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Kochi to Mankara?

The distance between Kochi and Mankara is 135 km. The road distance is 132.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kochi to Mankara without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹150 - ₹1,200.

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

The train from Ernakulam Jn to Mankarai takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Mankara bus from?

Kochi to Mankara bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ernakulam station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Mankara train from?

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

Train or bus from Kochi to Mankara?

The best way to get from Kochi to Mankara is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹150 - ₹1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹950 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Kochi to Mankara bus arrive?

Kochi to Mankara bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Kuzhalmannam station.

Where does the Kochi to Mankara train arrive?

Kochi to Mankara train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Mankarai station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Mankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Mankara is 132 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Kochi to Mankara.

Where can I stay near Mankara?

There are 123+ hotels available in Mankara.

Kochi to Mankara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Mankaraitrain 06798
3h 9m
₹150–1,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Kuzhalmannambus
3h 45m
₹562–921
Drive 132.3 km
1. Drive from Kochi to Mankaracar 132.3 km
2h 5m
₹1,485–2,145
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kochi to Mankarataxi 132.3 km
2h 5m
₹2,900–3,500
Train via Thrissur
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Thrisurtrain 20632 / ...
2. Take the train from Thrisur to Mankaraitrain 06798
3h 16m
₹254–2,026

Kochi to Mankara by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.2 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Kochi, India and Mankara, Kerala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Mankarai 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Ernakulam to Kuzhalmannam hourly. Tickets cost ₹160–450 and the journey takes 3h 26m.

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