Chennai to Mannadi
The distance from Chennai to Mannadi is about 735 km by road, roughly 14.5 hours (estimated). Mannadi is 45 km from Kollam and 13 km from Adoor. Nearest airport is
Tentative Fare Estimate
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.
Overview
The distance from Chennai to Mannadi is about 735 km by road, roughly 14.5 hours (estimated). Mannadi is 45 km from Kollam and 13 km from Adoor. Nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.
Route Map
By Car: Chennai to Mannadi
735 km · ~16h 2m · About 15h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Chennai
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
68 km · 1h 21m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 368Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 518Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 668Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Chennai to Mannadi
735 km · ~16h 20m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chennai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chennai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chennai → Mannadi
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~735 km
~16h 20m|Tentative fare ₹810–₹2,110
- Arrive in Mannadi
Mannadi, 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: Chennai to Mannadi
Nearest railway stations: Chennai Central for Chennai, Sasthankotta for Mannadi.
Direct trains
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.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 735 km by road from Chennai to Mannadi, roughly 14.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Mannadi is Kottarakkara railway station, about 10 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Kottarakkara railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Kottarakkara railway station — about 10 km
- Kuri railway station — about 10 km
Budget Estimate
road
735 km
14.5 hours
Approximately 735 km by road from Chennai to Mannadi, roughly 14.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
735 km
The nearest railway station to Mannadi is Kottarakkara railway station, about 10 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 735 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 70 km away.
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