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Munnar to Solapur

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

1108 kmDistance
22.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹42,556
Ertiga₹54,190
Innova₹56,516
Innova Crysta₹69,650
Tempo Traveller (12)₹96,072

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,220
AC Seater₹1,990
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,770
AC Sleeper₹2,550
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹3,150
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Train
Sleeper₹690
Economy₹1,140
Third AC₹1,580
Second AC₹2,250
First AC₹3,130
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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 Solapur

1108 km · ~24h 10m · About 22h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Munnar

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 69 km · 1h 23m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 369

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 519

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 669

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 69 km · 1h 23m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 739

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 889

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1039

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 69 km · 1h 23m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, Maharashtra

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 Solapur

1108 km · ~24h 38m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  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 → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~554 km

    ~12h 19m|Tentative fare ₹610–₹1,600

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 554)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Solapur. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → Solapur

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~554 km

    ~12h 19m|Tentative fare ₹610–₹1,600

  5. Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, Maharashtra

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 Solapur

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

Direct trains

TRIVANDRUM - MUMBAI CST Exp#16332 · Express
09:08 AMAngamali
26h 22m166 stops
11:30 AM+1dSolapur Jn
Kanniyakumari-Mumbai CST Express#16382 · Express
01:58 PMAngamali
30h 12m170 stops
08:10 PM+1dSolapur Jn

Other options with a change

1 change · 26h 31m in total

Ernakulam-BangaloreCity Intercity Express#12678 · Superfast
09:10 AMErnakulam Jn
9h 59m74 stops
07:09 PMBaiyyappanahali

Change trains at Baiyyappanahali — about 1h 23m wait

Udyan Express#16530 · Express
08:32 PMBaiyyappanahali
15h 9m75 stops
11:41 AM+1dMundhewadi

1 change · 26h 37m in total

Tea Garden Express#16866 · Express
10:05 PMErnakulam Jn
6h 45m49 stops
04:50 AM+1dChavadipalaiyam

Change trains at Chavadipalaiyam — about 57m wait

TUTICORIN - OKHA Exp#19567 · Express
05:47 AMChavadipalaiyam
18h 55m125 stops
12:42 AM+1dMundhewadi

1 change · 26h 51m in total

Ernakulam-BangaloreCity Intercity Express#12678 · Superfast
09:10 AMErnakulam Jn
2h 50m28 stops
12:00 PMKanjikode

Change trains at Kanjikode — about 41m wait

TRIVANDRUM - MUMBAI CST Exp#16332 · Express
12:41 PMKanjikode
23h 20m146 stops
12:01 PM+1dMundhewadi

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.

Munnar to Solapur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Munnar to Solapur is about 1108 km by road, roughly 22.2 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1108 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹42,556 · Ertiga ₹54,190 · Innova ₹56,516 · Innova Crysta ₹69,650 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹96,072
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,220 · AC Seater ₹1,990 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,770 · AC Sleeper ₹2,550 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,150
  • Train: Sleeper ₹690 · Economy ₹1,140 · Third AC ₹1,580 · Second AC ₹2,250 · First AC ₹3,130

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

Want the full Solapur guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Solapur.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Munnar to Solapur. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Koduvayur90 km from Munnar

    Kerala

  2. Coonoor185 km from Munnar

    Tamil Nadu

  3. Mandya350 km from Munnar

    Karnataka

  4. Hampi760 km from Munnar

    Karnataka

Hotels in Solapur

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Things to Do in Solapur

Pay respects at the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary (nearby, not in…

Take a short 40-minute drive to the nearby grasslands of Nanaj, a protected area for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. You won’t always see the bird, but…

3 hours (including travel)

Stroll around Siddheshwar Temple and the lake

Visit this ancient Shiva temple, built in the Hemadpanthi style, which sits beside the large Siddheshwar Lake. Walk the calm perimeter, watch locals feed the fish, and…

1 hour

Attend the evening aarti at the Shri Ram Mandir (Ram Mandir)

Join the serene evening prayer ceremony at this large, white-stone temple dedicated to Lord Rama, a major spiritual stop for pilgrims heading to Pandharpur. The aarti,…

45 minutes

Visit the Solapur Fort (Bhuikot Killa)

Explore this 14th-century stone fort, once a key military outpost of the Adil Shahi and Mughal eras, with its massive ramparts, bastions, and a central mosque. It’s a…

1.5 hours

Explore the historic Kambhar Bhavan and old city lanes

Wander through the narrow, bustling lanes of the old city around the Kambhar Bhavan, a heritage mansion known for its ornate wooden carvings and courtyard. This gives…

2 hours

See the weaving at Solapur Chaddar Handloom Clusters

Watch skilled artisans at work in the city’s famous handloom units, where the thick, warm Solapuri chaddars are woven using traditional pit looms. You can buy directly…

1 hour

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Suggested Solapur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit the Solapur Handloom Cooperative Society or a local chaddar showroom to see the weaving process and purchase authentic…
  • Walk through the serene Siddheshwar Temple complex, a 12th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, with its peaceful lake and…
  • Stroll around the central market area (Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market) to observe daily life and sample local snacks.

Day 2Day 2

  • Visit the iconic Vitthal-Rukmini Temple, known for its intricate black stone architecture and the revered idol of Lord Vitthal.
  • Walk along the Chandrabhaga River ghats, where pilgrims perform rituals; enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and shade of old trees.
  • Explore the small museum near the temple (if open) or rest at a local tea stall, watching the flow of devotees.

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb (or take the gentle ramp) to the Tuljabhavani Temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, with its historic fort-like setting…
  • Visit the nearby Siddheshwar Temple and the small pond within the temple complex, ideal for quiet reflection.
  • Return to Solapur and spend the afternoon at the Gandhi Bhavan or a local park, then buy more chaddars or traditional Kolhapuri…

Food & Rest Stops in Solapur

  • Hotel Tripursundari1.9 km from centre

Extend Your Trip

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