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Chennai to Munnar

The distance from Chennai to Munnar is about 604 km by road, roughly 12 hours (estimated). From tvm: Munnar is 130 km (3.5 hr) from Kochi. The road is blind in some places and

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604 kmDistance

12 hrsDuration

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Car / Taxi

Swift Dzire₹23,563

Ertiga₹29,905

Innova₹31,173

Innova Crysta₹38,515

Tempo Traveller (12)₹52,736

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus

Non-AC Seater₹660

AC Seater₹1,090

Non-AC Sleeper₹970

AC Sleeper₹1,390

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹1,740

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Train

Sleeper₹390

Economy₹630

Third AC₹880

Second AC₹1,240

First AC₹1,720

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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.

Overview

The distance from Chennai to Munnar is about 604 km by road, roughly 12 hours (estimated). From tvm: Munnar is 130 km (3.5 hr) from Kochi. The road is blind in some places and there are a lot of trucks and buses that seem to drive as if they own the road.

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By Car: Chennai to Munnar

604 km · ~12h 45m · About 12h 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 150
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
152 km · 3h 2m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 302
Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 452
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
152 km · 3h 2m 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: Chennai to Munnar

604 km · ~13h 25m · 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 → Munnar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~604 km
~13h 25m|Tentative fare ₹660–₹1,740
Search buses Chennai to Munnar
Arrive in Munnar
Munnar, Kerala
Hotels in Munnar

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 Munnar

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

Direct trains

Chennai-Thiruvananthapuram Express#12697 · Superfast

03:15 PMChennai Central

10h 13m113 stops

01:28 AM^+1dKarukkutty

2A3ASLRunning days & live status ↗

Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special#06001 · Superfast

03:15 PMChennai Central

10h 35m118 stops

01:50 AM^+1dAngamali

2A3ASLRunning days & live status ↗

Chennai Central Kollam (Weekly) SF Special#06011 · Superfast

03:15 PMChennai Central

10h 35m118 stops

01:50 AM^+1dAngamali

2A3ASLRunning days & live status ↗

Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special#06007 · Superfast

03:15 PMChennai Central

10h 54m117 stops

02:09 AM^+1dKarukkutty

2A3ASLRunning days & live status ↗

Chennai-Trivandrum SuperFast Express#12695 · Superfast

03:25 PMChennai Central

10h 50m118 stops

02:15 AM^+1dAngamali

2A3ASLFCRunning days & live status ↗

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.

Stops & Places Along the Route

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

Kanchipuram85 km from Chennai
Tamil Nadu
Tiruvannamalai210 km from Chennai
Tamil Nadu
Karur435 km from Chennai
Tamil Nadu
Palani545 km from Chennai
Tamil Nadu
Kodaikanal570 km from Chennai
Tamil Nadu

Hotels in Munnar

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Treebo Windsong Resort Munnar

Munnar

Treebo Wanderlust Residency With Mountain View

Munnar

Itsy Hotels Abrigo

Munnar

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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