Dehradun to Munnar
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Munnar, Kerala.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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: Dehradun to Munnar
2927 km · ~63h 12m · About 59h of driving split over 7 days, plus stops.
- Start from Dehradun
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.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 418Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 568Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 718Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 836Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 986Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1136Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1254Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1404Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1554Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1673Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1823Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1973Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2091Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2241Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2391Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2509Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2659Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2809Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MunnarMunnar, 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: Dehradun to Munnar
2927 km · ~65h 3m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Dehradun
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dehradun. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dehradun → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~976 km
~21h 41m|Tentative fare ₹1,070–₹2,780
- Change buses at a major city (around km 976)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Munnar. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~976 km
~21h 41m|Tentative fare ₹1,070–₹2,780
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1951)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Munnar. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Munnar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~976 km
~21h 41m|Tentative fare ₹1,070–₹2,780
- 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: Dehradun to Munnar
Nearest railway stations: Dehradun for Dehradun, Ernakulam Jn (about 85 km away) for Munnar.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 52h 10m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 43m wait
1 change · 52h 10m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 40m wait
1 change · 52h 10m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 40m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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.
Dehradun to Munnar: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dehradun to Munnar is about 2927 km by road, roughly 58.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 2927 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,00,794 · Ertiga ₹1,28,454 · Innova ₹1,33,987 · Innova Crysta ₹1,65,022 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,28,031
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹3,220 · AC Seater ₹5,270 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,680 · AC Sleeper ₹6,730 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹8,250
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,790 · Economy ₹2,960 · Third AC ₹4,130 · Second AC ₹5,880 · First AC ₹8,230
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Dehradun to Munnar. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Aligarh350 km from Dehradun
Uttar Pradesh
- Morena550 km from Dehradun
Madhya Pradesh
- Ashoknagar830 km from Dehradun
Madhya Pradesh
- Narmadapuram1095 km from Dehradun
Madhya Pradesh
- Bidar1795 km from Dehradun
Karnataka
- Tumakuru2455 km from Dehradun
Karnataka
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…
Suggested Munnar Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Munnar
- Travel from Dehradun to Munnar (about 58.5 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 Dehradun
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