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

The cheapest way to get from Kottayam to Manali is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹3,300 and takes 13h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottayam to Manali is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kottayam and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottayam to Manali. However, there are services departing from Kottayam Baker Junction and arriving at M.F.L. via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kottayam and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Kottayam to Manali. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Perambur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 24m.

How far is it from Kottayam to Manali?

The distance between Kottayam and Manali is 661 km. The road distance is 677.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottayam to Manali without a car is to train which takes 13h 24m and costs ₹700 - ₹3,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Kottayam to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Manali bus from?

Kottayam to Manali bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Kottayam Baker Junction station.

Where do I catch the Kottayam to Manali train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottayam to Manali?

The best way to get from Kottayam to Manali is to train which takes 13h 24m and costs ₹700 - ₹3,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,800 and takes 16h 25m.

Where does the Kottayam to Manali bus arrive?

Kottayam to Manali bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Kottayam to Manali train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kottayam to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottayam to Manali is 677 km. It takes approximately 10h 6m to drive from Kottayam to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 821+ hotels available in Manali.

Kottayam to Manali - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kottayam to Manali by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Kottayam to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4h 21m
₹7,348–12,325
Train
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1. Take the train from Kottayam to Peramburtrain 12624 / ...
13h 24m
₹704–3,280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kottayam Baker Junction to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
16h 25m
₹1,424–2,705
Drive 677.4 km
1. Drive from Kottayam to Manalicar 677.4 km
10h 6m
₹7,600–10,978
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Kottayam to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem to Koyembedubus
17h 24m
₹1,298–3,659

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

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 660.5 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Perambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 13m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Kottayam Baker Junction to Chennai 3 times a day, and the journey takes 14h 30m. Six other operators also service this route.

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