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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Kumarakom is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹3,000 and takes 10h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Kumarakom is to drive which takes 7h 49m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,500.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Kumarakom?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Kumarakom. However, there are services departing from Manipal and arriving at Cherthala via Vytilla Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Manipal and Kumarakom?

No, there is no direct train from Manipal to Kumarakom. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Kottayam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

How far is it from Manipal to Kumarakom?

The distance between Manipal and Kumarakom is 552 km. The road distance is 508.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Kumarakom without a car is to train which takes 10h 2m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 10h 2m to get from Manipal to Kumarakom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kumarakom bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manipal to Kumarakom train from?

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

Train or bus from Manipal to Kumarakom?

The best way to get from Manipal to Kumarakom is to train which takes 10h 2m and costs ₹800 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Kochi, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹4,000 and takes 13h 1m.

Where does the Manipal to Kumarakom bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manipal to Kumarakom train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manipal to Kumarakom?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Kumarakom is 509 km. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Manipal to Kumarakom.

Where can I stay near Kumarakom?

There are 808+ hotels available in Kumarakom.

Manipal to Kumarakom - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Manipal to Kumarakom by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Udupi to Kottayamtrain 12201 / ...
10h 2m
₹845–2,948
Bus via Kochi
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Ernakulam Vytilabus
13h 1m
₹1,727–3,996
Drive 508.9 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Kumarakomcar 508.9 km
7h 49m
₹5,750–8,305
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Kumarakomtaxi 508.9 km
7h 49m
₹11,000–14,000
Bus, fly to Cochin International Airport
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane IXE - COK
9h 26m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Kottayamtrain 16630 / ...
12h 38m
₹1,181–4,623
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Chalakudybus
2. Take the bus from Chalakuddy to Kottayambus
14h 58m
₹1,501–2,978
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
8h 38m

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

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4h 19mAverage Duration

₹4,616Cheapest Price

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Distance: 552.1 km
Duration: 10h 2m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Udupi to Kottayam once daily. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 45m. Alternatively, Kohinoor Travels operates a bus from Manipal to Ernakulam Vytila twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–1,500 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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