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

The cheapest way to get from Thoothukudi to Manipal is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹4,400 and takes 17h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thoothukudi to Manipal is to fly and bus which takes 7h 21m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Thoothukudi and Manipal?

No, there is no direct bus from Thoothukudi to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Manipal, Karnataka via Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Kozhikode, Kerala and Mangaluru, Karnataka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Thoothukudi and Manipal?

No, there is no direct train from Thoothukudi to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Tuti Melur and arriving at Udupi via Kovilpatti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 20m.

How far is it from Thoothukudi to Manipal?

The distance between Thoothukudi and Manipal is 659 km. The road distance is 766.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Manipal without a car is to train which takes 17h 20m and costs ₹650 - ₹4,400.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Thoothukudi to Manipal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Manipal bus from?

Thoothukudi to Manipal bus services, operated by Essaar travels, depart from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Thoothukudi to Manipal train from?

Thoothukudi to Manipal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tuti Melur station.

Train or bus from Thoothukudi to Manipal?

The best way to get from Thoothukudi to Manipal is to train which takes 17h 20m and costs ₹650 - ₹4,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 21h 15m.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Manipal bus arrive?

Thoothukudi to Manipal bus services, operated by Essaar travels, arrive at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Thoothukudi to Manipal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thoothukudi to Manipal?

Yes, the driving distance between Thoothukudi to Manipal is 766 km. It takes approximately 11h 37m to drive from Thoothukudi to Manipal.

Where can I stay near Manipal?

There are 322+ hotels available in Manipal.

Thoothukudi to Manipal - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Thoothukudi to Manipal by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly from Tuticorin Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane TCR - IXE
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Kulai to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus
7h 21m
₹12,016–19,249
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Kovilpattitrain 12694 / ...
2. Take the train from Kovilpatti to Udupitrain 22630
17h 20m
₹671–4,355
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Kozhikode, Keralabus
3. Take the bus from Kozhikode, Kerala to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
4. Take the bus from Mangaluru, Karnataka to Manipal, Karnatakabus
21h 15m
Drive 766.2 km
1. Drive from Thoothukudi to Manipalcar 766.2 km
11h 37m
₹8,569–12,377
Taxi to Madurai, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Thoothukudi to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane IXM - IXE
3. Take the bus from FlixBus Kulai to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus
7h 53m
₹13,554–20,248
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Palakkadtrain
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Mangaloretrain
3. Take the bus from Mangalore to Manipalbus
24h 41m
₹1,015–6,104

Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Bajpe Airport (IXE) flights

21Weekly Planes

6h 3mAverage Duration

₹6,594Cheapest Price

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Distance: 658.9 km
Duration: 7h 21m

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

You can take a train from Tuti Melur to Manipal via Kovilpatti and Udupi in around 17h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu to Manipal, Karnataka via Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Kozhikode, Kerala, and Mangaluru, Karnataka in around 21h 15m.

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