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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Kanyakumari is to bus via Kochi which costs ₹1,500 - ₹1,900 and takes 17h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Kanyakumari is to drive which takes 11h 29m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Kanyakumari?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Kanyakumari. However, there are services departing from Manipal and arriving at Kanyakumari via Vythilla Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Manipal and Kanyakumari?

No, there is no direct train from Manipal to Kanyakumari. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Kanyakumari via Nager Coil Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 45m.

How far is it from Manipal to Kanyakumari?

The distance between Manipal and Kanyakumari is 712 km. The road distance is 756.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Kanyakumari without a car is to train which takes 16h 45m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,000.

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

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Manipal to Kanyakumari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kanyakumari bus from?

Manipal to Kanyakumari bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, depart from Manipal station.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kanyakumari train from?

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

Train or bus from Manipal to Kanyakumari?

The best way to get from Manipal to Kanyakumari is to train which takes 16h 45m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Kochi, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹1,900 and takes 17h 44m.

Where does the Manipal to Kanyakumari bus arrive?

Manipal to Kanyakumari bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Ernakulam Vytila station.

Where does the Manipal to Kanyakumari train arrive?

Manipal to Kanyakumari train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Nager Coil Town station.

Can I drive from Manipal to Kanyakumari?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Kanyakumari is 756 km. It takes approximately 11h 29m to drive from Manipal to Kanyakumari.

Where can I stay near Kanyakumari?

There are 132+ hotels available in Kanyakumari.

Manipal to Kanyakumari - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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Bus, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane IXE - TRV
3. Take the train from Kochuveli to Kanyakumaritrain
9h 2m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Udupi to Nager Coil Towntrain 19578
16h 45m
₹615–3,948
Bus via Kochi
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Ernakulam Vytilabus
2. Take the bus from Vythilla Hub to Kanyakumaribus
17h 44m
₹1,527–1,886
Drive 756.1 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Kanyakumaricar 756.1 km
11h 29m
₹8,500–12,278
Bus, fly to Tuticorin Airport
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane IXE - TCR
3. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadubus
10h 29m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Nagercoil Jntrain 16649
19h 40m
₹951–5,623
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Kazhakootambus
2. Take the bus from Kazhakkoottam to Kanyakumaribus
19h 51m
₹1,254–2,718

Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

9Weekly Planes

2h 22mAverage Duration

₹9,922Cheapest Price

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Distance: 712.1 km
Duration: 9h 2m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Udupi to Nager Coil Town twice a week. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 14h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manipal to Kanyakumari via Ernakulam Vytila and Vythilla Hub in around 17h 44m.

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