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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Manali is to bus which costs ₹1,500 - ₹3,300 and takes 18h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Manali is to bus and fly which takes 5h 48m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Manali. However, there are services departing from Manipal Tiger Circle and arriving at M.F.L. via Mangaluru and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Manipal and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Manipal to Manali. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Perambur via Katpadi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 6m.

How far is it from Manipal to Manali?

The distance between Manipal and Manali is 690 km. The road distance is 706.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Manali without a car is to train which takes 18h 6m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹5,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Manipal to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Manali bus from?

Manipal to Manali bus services, operated by Hybus, depart from Manipal Tiger Circle station.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Manali train from?

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

Train or bus from Manipal to Manali?

The best way to get from Manipal to Manali is to train which takes 18h 6m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹5,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹3,300 and takes 18h 20m.

Where does the Manipal to Manali bus arrive?

Manipal to Manali bus services, operated by Hybus, arrive at Mangaluru station.

Where does the Manipal to Manali train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manipal to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Manali is 706 km. It takes approximately 10h 11m to drive from Manipal to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 825+ hotels available in Manali.

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

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

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circle to FlixBus Kulaibus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXE - MAA
5h 48m
₹7,247–11,984
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Chennai Egmoretrain 16160 / ...
26h 26m
₹987–5,618
Train
1. Take the train from Udupi to Katpadi Jntrain 12790
2. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Peramburtrain 12658 / ...
18h 6m
₹1,005–4,938
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal Tiger Circle to Mangalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Mangaluru to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
18h 20m
₹1,554–3,205
Drive 706.2 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Manalicar 706.2 km
10h 11m
₹7,924–11,446
Bus, train via Avadi
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Avaditrain 12686
18h 38m
₹1,351–7,288
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Manipal Tiger Circle to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from K R Puram to Chennai Koyambedubus
19h 13m
₹1,086–4,118

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

48Weekly Planes

3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 689.7 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a vehicle from Manipal to Manali via Udupi, Katpadi Jn, and Perambur in around 18h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manipal Tiger Circle to Manali via Mangaluru, Chennai, Central Station, and M.F.L. in around 18h 20m.

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