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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Kottayam is to train which costs ₹420 - ₹2,500 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Kottayam is to drive which takes 8h and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,500.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Manipal and arriving at Kottayam via Angamaly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Manipal and Kottayam?

No, there is no direct train from Manipal to Kottayam. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Kottayam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

How far is it from Manipal to Kottayam?

The distance between Manipal and Kottayam is 539 km. The road distance is 519.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Kottayam without a car is to train which takes 9h 53m and costs ₹420 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Manipal to Kottayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kottayam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kottayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Manipal to Kottayam?

The best way to get from Manipal to Kottayam is to train which takes 9h 53m and costs ₹420 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹1,700 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Manipal to Kottayam bus arrive?

Manipal to Kottayam bus services, operated by Kohinoor Travels, arrive at Angamaly station.

Where does the Manipal to Kottayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manipal to Kottayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Kottayam is 520 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Manipal to Kottayam.

Where can I stay near Kottayam?

There are 801+ hotels available in Kottayam.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Manipal to Kottayam by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Udupi to Kottayamtrain 12201 / ...
9h 53m
₹425–2,448
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Angamalybus
2. Take the bus from Angamaly to Kottayambus
12h 28m
₹1,287–1,626
Drive 519.9 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Kottayamcar 519.9 km
8h
₹5,832–8,424
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Kottayamtaxi 519.9 km
8h
₹11,000–14,000
Bus, fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane IXE - COK
3. Take the train from Aluva to Kottayamtrain
9h 20m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Kottayamtrain 16348 / ...
12h 30m
₹761–4,123
Bus, fly to Trivandrum, train
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 Thiruvananthapuram Central to Kottayamtrain
9h 10m

Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK) flights

34Weekly Planes

4h 29mAverage Duration

₹4,382Cheapest Price

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Distance: 539.2 km
Duration: 9h 53m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Udupi to Kottayam once daily. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manipal to Kottayam via Angamaly in around 12h 28m.

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