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Idukki to Munnar

The distance from Idukki to Munnar is about 33 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). From tvm: Munnar is 130 km (3.5 hr) from Kochi. The road is blind in some places and there

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33 kmDistance

1 hrsDuration

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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₹40

AC Seater₹60

Non-AC Sleeper₹50

AC Sleeper₹80

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹140

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Train

Sleeper₹50

Economy₹60

Third AC₹80

Second AC₹100

First AC₹120

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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 Idukki to Munnar is about 33 km by road, roughly 1 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: Idukki to Munnar

33 km · ~40m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

Start from Idukki
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
33 km · 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: Idukki to Munnar

33 km · ~44m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

Board at Idukki
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Idukki. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
Idukki → Munnar
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~33 km
~44m|Tentative fare ₹40–₹140
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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: Idukki to Munnar

Nearest railway stations: Ernakulam Jn (about 90 km away) for Idukki, Ernakulam Jn (about 85 km away) for Munnar.

Direct trains

Maveli Express#16604 · Express

12:05 AMAluva

3m1 stops

12:08 AMChovvara

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Malabar Express#16629 · Express

12:13 AMAluva

3m1 stops

12:16 AMChovvara

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Mangalore-Nagercoil Special#06302 · Express

12:22 AMAngamali

6m1 stops

12:28 AMChovvara

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Thiruvananthapuram Central Chennai Central weekly express#12698 · Superfast

12:45 AMAluva

4m1 stops

12:49 AMChovvara

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Nilambur Road Trivandrum Rajya Rani Express#16350 · Express

12:47 AMAngamali

5m1 stops

12:52 AMChovvara

3ASLRunning 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.

Hotels in Munnar

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Treebo Windsong Resort Munnar

Munnar

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Munnar

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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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