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Munnar to Kuttikkanam

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

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 Kuttikkanam

    Kuttikkanam, 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 Kuttikkanam

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 → Kuttikkanam

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~75 km

    ~1h 40m|Tentative fare ₹80–₹260

  3. Arrive in Kuttikkanam

    Kuttikkanam, 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 Kuttikkanam

Nearest railway stations: Ernakulam Jn (about 85 km away) for Munnar, Tiruvalla (about 48 km away) for Kuttikkanam.

Direct trains

Coimbatore-Nagercoil Special#06617 · Express
12:28 AMErnakulam Jn
52m9 stops
01:20 AMEttumanur
Mangalore-Nagercoil Special#06302 · Express
01:08 AMErnakulam Jn
56m9 stops
02:04 AMEttumanur
Amrita Express#16344 · Express
01:43 AMErnakulam Jn
56m9 stops
02:39 AMEttumanur
Nilambur Road Trivandrum Rajya Rani Express#16350 · Express
01:43 AMErnakulam Jn
56m9 stops
02:39 AMEttumanur
Chennai Central-Kollam SF Special#06001 · Superfast
02:38 AMErnakulam Jn
56m9 stops
03:34 AMEttumanur

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 Kuttikkanam: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Munnar to Kuttikkanam 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 Kuttikkanam

Summer Palace

Built by Srimoolam Thirunal, this was the favorite summer residence of Travancore Rajas. It is now a private residence.

Hope Church

Hope Church is worth a visit while in Kuttikkanam.

Ashley Bungalow

An early example of colonial architecture in a spectacular setting.

Tomb Of Peer Muhammad

The Sufi saint whom Peermade is said to be named after.

Panchalimedu

Hill station and viewpoint. Linked in legend to the Pandavas of the Mahabarata.

Amrutha Mala

Mountain peak attractive to hikers.

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Suggested Kuttikkanam Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kuttikkanam

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

Day 2Explore Kuttikkanam

  • Visit Our Lady of Good Health Church
  • Visit Valliyamkavu Devi Temple

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Peerumade
  • Head back to Munnar
Suggested from Kuttikkanam's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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Kuttikkanam → Idukki

About 40 km by road

Kuttikkanam → Chinnar

About 50 km by road

Kuttikkanam → Pathanamthitta

About 50 km by road

Kuttikkanam → Kallooppara

About 55 km by road

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