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

The cheapest way to get from Kottarakkara to Manali is to bus and train via Retteri Junction which costs ₹460 - ₹3,200 and takes 18h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottarakkara to Manali is to taxi and fly which takes 6h 33m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kottarakkara and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottarakkara to Manali. However, there are services departing from Kottarakara and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - TPL Manali via FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Kottarakkara and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Kottarakkara to Manali. However, there are services departing from Punalur and arriving at Wimco Nagar Metro via Tambaram and Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 29m.

How far is it from Kottarakkara to Manali?

The distance between Kottarakkara and Manali is 740 km. The road distance is 686.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottarakkara to Manali without a car is to bus which takes 15h 14m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Kottarakkara to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottarakkara to Manali bus from?

Kottarakkara to Manali bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Kottarakara station.

Where do I catch the Kottarakkara to Manali train from?

Kottarakkara to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Punalur station.

Train or bus from Kottarakkara to Manali?

The best way to get from Kottarakkara to Manali is to bus which takes 15h 14m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹900 - ₹6,000 and takes 16h 29m.

Where does the Kottarakkara to Manali bus arrive?

Kottarakkara to Manali bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Koyembedu Omni Bus stand station.

Where does the Kottarakkara to Manali train arrive?

Kottarakkara to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Kottarakkara to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottarakkara to Manali is 686 km. It takes approximately 10h 44m to drive from Kottarakkara to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 835+ hotels available in Manali.

Kottarakkara to Manali - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and taxi

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Bus to Trivandrum, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Kottarakara to Trivandrum KSRTC Terminalbus
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
7h 17m
₹7,441–13,765
Bus, train via Retteri Junction
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kottarakkara to Chengannurbus
2. Take the train from Chengannur to Peramburtrain 12624 / ...
18h 52m
₹460–3,194
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottarakara to Koyembedu Omni Bus standbus
15h 14m
₹1,068–3,081
Train
1. Take the train from Punalur to Tambaramtrain 16102 / ...
16h 29m
₹934–5,631
Drive 686.3 km
1. Drive from Kottarakkara to Manalicar 686.3 km
10h 44m
₹7,767–11,219
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Kottarakkara to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
6h 33m
₹9,467–12,728
Bus, train to Cochin International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Kottarakkara to Chengannurbus
2. Take the train from Chengannur to Aluvatrain
3. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
9h 50m
₹5,808–9,990
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Punalur to Tuti Melurtrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
11h 13m
₹8,745–20,136
Bus via Teni
1. Take the bus from Kottarakkara to Thenibus
2. Take the bus from Theni, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Theni, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
18h 1m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kottarakkara to Chengannurbus
2. Take the train from Chengannur to Chennai Centraltrain 12696 / ...
18h 14m
₹483–3,210

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

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1h 21mAverage Duration

₹6,422Cheapest Price

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Distance: 740 km
Duration: 7h 17m

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

Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Kottarakara to Koyembedu Omni Bus stand once daily. Tickets cost ₹950–3,000 and the journey takes 13h 8m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Punalur to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 13h 5m.

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