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Alappuzha to Munnar

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Alappuzha, Kerala to Munnar, Kerala.

133 kmDistance
2.7 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹150
AC Seater₹240
Non-AC Sleeper₹210
AC Sleeper₹310
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹420
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Train
Sleeper₹110
Economy₹160
Third AC₹220
Second AC₹300
First AC₹400
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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Route Map

By Car: Alappuzha to Munnar

133 km · ~2h 40m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Alappuzha

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 133 km · 2h 40m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Munnar

    Munnar, Kerala

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Alappuzha to Munnar

133 km · ~2h 57m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Alappuzha

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Alappuzha. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Alappuzha → Munnar

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~133 km

    ~2h 57m|Tentative fare ₹150–₹420

  3. Arrive in Munnar

    Munnar, Kerala

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Alappuzha to Munnar

Nearest railway stations: Alleppey for Alappuzha, Ernakulam Jn (about 85 km away) for Munnar.

Direct trains

Trivandrum Nilambur Road Rajya Rani Express#16349 · Express
01:35 AMKumaranallur
1h 13m10 stops
02:48 AMErnakulam Jn
Amrita Express#16343 · Express
01:35 AMKumaranallur
1h 13m10 stops
02:48 AMErnakulam Jn
CHENNAI EGMORE - GURUVAYUR Exp#16127 · Express
02:34 AMTumboli
1h 6m11 stops
03:40 AMErnakulam Jn
TRIVANDRUM - MUMBAI CST Exp#16332 · Express
06:57 AMTumboli
1h 23m11 stops
08:20 AMErnakulam Jn
Tirunelveli Bilaspur SF Express#12788 · Superfast
06:59 AMTumboli
1h 21m11 stops
08:20 AMErnakulam Jn

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

Alappuzha to Munnar: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Alappuzha to Munnar is about 133 km by road, roughly 2.7 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 133 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹150 · AC Seater ₹240 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹210 · AC Sleeper ₹310 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹420
  • Train: Sleeper ₹110 · Economy ₹160 · Third AC ₹220 · Second AC ₹300 · First AC ₹400

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

Want the full Munnar guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Munnar.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Alappuzha to Munnar. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Kumarakom20 km from Alappuzha
  2. Thodupuzha80 km from Alappuzha
  3. Idukki105 km from Alappuzha

Hotels in Munnar

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Treebo Windsong Resort Munnar

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Things to Do in Munnar

Bicycle

Experience the natural beauty of Munnar by riding a bicycle through beautiful paths of Munnar and pass through a tea state called Madupatty, around 14 km from Munnar.

Elephant Arrival Spot

Here you can board an elephant for a ride.

Munnar Carmelagiri Elephant Park

The elephant safari takes you through the misty forests, deep valleys and the rugged hill paths of the Munnar forests. One hour package, half day and one day tours.

Yoga @Kaivalyam Retreat

Holistic health retreat in midst of the tea valleys of Munnar. Open year round, they teach a holistic lifestyle with traditional form of yoga and organic dining.

Trekking in Mannavanchola Forest

Organized by Forest Checkpost at Perumala, two kilometers from Kanthalloor town (56 km from Munnar via Marayur). This forest is 7.5 km² in area and protects many…

Kathakali and Kalarippayattu performances

In this cultural centre you can see the local art of Kathakali, which is a drama showcasing thick face make up and face gestures. Also, there are Kalarippayattu…

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Suggested Munnar Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Munnar

  • Travel from Alappuzha to Munnar (about 2.7 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Eravikulam National Park

Day 2Explore Munnar

  • Visit Tea Museum
  • Visit Top Station
  • Visit Mattupetty Dam

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Mathikettan Shola National Park
  • Head back to Alappuzha
Suggested from Munnar's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Munnar trip and see the full Alappuzha → Munnar → next stop route.

Munnar → Idukki

About 35 km by road

Munnar → Vagamon

About 60 km by road

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