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Kochi to Munnar

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

115 kmDistance
2.3 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₹130
AC Seater₹210
Non-AC Sleeper₹180
AC Sleeper₹260
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹370
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Train
Sleeper₹100
Economy₹150
Third AC₹190
Second AC₹260
First AC₹350
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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: Kochi to Munnar

115 km · ~2h 18m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Kochi

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

  2. 115 km · 2h 18m 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: Kochi to Munnar

115 km · ~2h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Kochi

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

  2. Kochi → Munnar

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~115 km

    ~2h 33m|Tentative fare ₹130–₹370

  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: Kochi to Munnar

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

Direct trains

Coimbatore-Nagercoil Special#06617 · Express
12:25 AMErnakulam Town
3m1 stops
12:28 AMErnakulam Jn
Mangalore-Nagercoil Special#06302 · Express
01:05 AMErnakulam Town
3m1 stops
01:08 AMErnakulam Jn
DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - TRIVANDRUM Rajdhani Exp#12432 · Rajdhani
01:08 AMErnakulam Town
2m2 stops
01:10 AMErnakulam Jn
Amrita Express#16344 · Express
01:40 AMErnakulam Town
3m1 stops
01:43 AMErnakulam Jn
Nilambur Road Trivandrum Rajya Rani Express#16350 · Express
01:40 AMErnakulam Town
3m1 stops
01:43 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.

Kochi to Munnar: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Kochi to Munnar is about 115 km by road, roughly 2.3 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 115 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 ₹130 · AC Seater ₹210 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹180 · AC Sleeper ₹260 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹370
  • Train: Sleeper ₹100 · Economy ₹150 · Third AC ₹190 · Second AC ₹260 · First AC ₹350

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 Kochi to Munnar. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Kerala Backwaters10 km from Kochi
  2. Muvattupuzha45 km from Kochi
  3. Thattekad65 km from Kochi

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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Suggested Munnar Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Munnar

  • Travel from Kochi to Munnar (about 2.3 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 Kochi
Suggested from Munnar's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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

Munnar → Idukki

About 35 km by road

Munnar → Thattekad

About 50 km by road

Munnar → Thodupuzha

About 55 km by road

Munnar → Vagamon

About 60 km by road

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