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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Arunachala is to bus which costs ₹950 - ₹3,200 and takes 14h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Arunachala is to drive which takes 8h 44m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle and arriving at Thiruvannamalai via Pvs B.S., Kempegowda and Chittoor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Manipal and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct train from Manipal to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Tiruvannamalai via Katpadi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 45m.

How far is it from Manipal to Arunachala?

The distance between Manipal and Arunachala is 706 km. The road distance is 592.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Arunachala without a car is to bus which takes 14h 22m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 14h 22m to get from Manipal to Arunachala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Arunachala bus from?

Manipal to Arunachala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle station.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Arunachala train from?

Manipal to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Udupi station.

Train or bus from Manipal to Arunachala?

The best way to get from Manipal to Arunachala is to bus which takes 14h 22m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹800 - ₹4,700 and takes 18h 45m.

Where does the Manipal to Arunachala bus arrive?

Manipal to Arunachala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Mangaluru - PVS Circle station.

Where does the Manipal to Arunachala train arrive?

Manipal to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Katpadi Jn station.

Can I drive from Manipal to Arunachala?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Arunachala is 593 km. It takes approximately 8h 44m to drive from Manipal to Arunachala.

Where can I stay near Arunachala?

There are 496+ hotels available in Arunachala.

Manipal to Arunachala - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Manipal to Arunachala by bus (Flixbus), train, car, taxi, bus, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to FlixBus Mangaluru - PVS Circlebus
2. Take the bus from Pvs B.S. to Kempegowda B.S.bus
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Chitoorbus
4. Take the bus from Chittoor to Thiruvannamalaibus
14h 22m
₹971–3,191
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Udupi to Katpadi Jntrain 12790
2. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain 16853 / ...
18h 45m
₹835–4,648
Drive 592.9 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Arunachalacar 592.9 km
8h 44m
₹6,708–9,689
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Arunachalataxi 592.9 km
8h 44m
₹13,000–16,000
Bus to Bajpe Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXE - MAA
3. Take the bus from Srm University to Tiruvannamalaibus
9h 22m
Bus via Hoskote
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Take the bus from Mangaluru, Karnataka to Bangalore, Karnatakabus
3. Take the bus from Hoskote to Chittoorbus
4. Take the bus from Chittoor to Thiruvannamalaibus
16h 5m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to FlixBus Bengaluru - KR Puram Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN4520
2. Take the train from Krishnarajapurm to Tiruvannamalaitrain 11005
17h 53m
₹1,027–3,932
Taxi to Shivamogga, fly to Chennai International Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Shivamogga (RQY)taxi
2. Fly from Shivamogga (RQY) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane RQY - MAA
3. Take the bus from Srm University to Tiruvannamalaibus
8h 56m
₹8,768–18,332
Taxi to Shivamogga, fly to Tirupati Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Shivamogga (RQY)taxi
2. Fly from Shivamogga (RQY) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane RQY - TIR
3. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Arakkonamtrain
4. Take the train from Arakkonam to Tiruvannamalaitrain
9h 14m
₹9,768–48,532
Bus to Bajpe Airport, fly to Kempegowda International Airport, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane IXE - BLR
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to KR Pura stationbus
4. Take the train from Krishnarajapurm to Katpadi Jntrain
5. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain
11h 51m

Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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3h 19mAverage Duration

₹4,005Cheapest Price

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Distance: 705.9 km
Duration: 14h 22m

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

You can take a bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to Thiruvannamalai via FlixBus Mangaluru - PVS Circle, Pvs B.S., Kempegowda, Chitoor, and Chittoor in around 14h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Manipal to Arunachala via Udupi, Katpadi Jn, and Tiruvannamalai in around 18h 45m.

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