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Munnar to Athirappilly Falls

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

75 kmDistance
1.5 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹80
AC Seater₹140
Non-AC Sleeper₹120
AC Sleeper₹170
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹260
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Train
Sleeper₹80
Economy₹110
Third AC₹140
Second AC₹180
First AC₹240
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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: Munnar to Athirappilly Falls

75 km · ~1h 30m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Munnar

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

  2. 75 km · 1h 30m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Athirappilly Falls

    Athirappilly Falls, 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: Munnar to Athirappilly Falls

75 km · ~1h 40m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Munnar

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

  2. Munnar → Athirappilly Falls

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~75 km

    ~1h 40m|Tentative fare ₹80–₹260

  3. Arrive in Athirappilly Falls

    Athirappilly Falls, 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: Munnar to Athirappilly Falls

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

Direct trains

ERNAKULAM - PUNE Poorna Exp#11098 · Express
12:02 AMAngamali
4m1 stops
12:06 AMKarukkutty
Maveli Express#16604 · Express
12:14 AMAngamali
5m1 stops
12:19 AMKarukkutty
Mangalore-Nagercoil Special#06302 · Express
12:17 AMKarukkutty
5m1 stops
12:22 AMAngamali
Malabar Express#16629 · Express
12:23 AMAngamali
5m1 stops
12:28 AMKarukkutty
Amrita Express#16344 · Express
12:43 AMKarukkutty
4m1 stops
12:47 AMAngamali

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.

Munnar to Athirappilly Falls: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Munnar to Athirappilly Falls is about 75 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 75 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹80 · AC Seater ₹140 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹120 · AC Sleeper ₹170 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹260
  • Train: Sleeper ₹80 · Economy ₹110 · Third AC ₹140 · Second AC ₹180 · First AC ₹240

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Things to Do in Athirappilly Falls

Appan Thampuran Smarakam

Established in 1976 at Ayyanthole where Sri. Ramavarma Appanthampuran who lived the Kumarapuram Palace. This is also a cultural museum.

Archeological & Art Museum

It has the best collection of wood carvings, metal sculptures and ancient jewelers of the Cochin dynasty.

Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours

The Roman Catholic Minor Basilica built in 1875 is locally called Puthen Palli. The long steeple is visible from anywhere in the town.

Shakthan Thampuran Palace

Named as Vadakkekara Palace, was reconstructed in Kerala-Dutch style in 1795 by Sri. Ramavarma Thampuran of the erstwhile Princely State of Cochin, well as Sakthan…

Thrissur Zoo

It is a major attraction for children and students with a variety of animals. There is a special building which houses snakes.

Vilangan Kunnu

This hillock has been converted by the tourism department as an amusement park. While grown ups relish the scenic splendor from the hill top.

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Suggested Athirappilly Falls Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Athirappilly Falls

  • Travel from Munnar to Athirappilly Falls (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Athirappilly Falls

Day 2Explore Athirappilly Falls

  • Visit Vazhachal Falls
  • Visit Charpa Falls
  • Visit Peringalkuthu Dam

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Vazhachal Waterfalls
  • Head back to Munnar
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