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Udupi to Munnar

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

573 kmDistance
11.5 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹21,956
Ertiga₹27,973
Innova₹29,176
Innova Crysta₹35,942
Tempo Traveller (12)₹49,632

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹630
AC Seater₹1,030
Non-AC Sleeper₹920
AC Sleeper₹1,320
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹1,650
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Train
Sleeper₹370
Economy₹600
Third AC₹830
Second AC₹1,180
First AC₹1,630
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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: Udupi to Munnar

573 km · ~12h 8m · About 11h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Udupi

    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. 137 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 287

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

  4. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 437

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

  5. 137 km · 2h 44m 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: Udupi to Munnar

573 km · ~12h 44m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Udupi

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

  2. Udupi → Munnar

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~573 km

    ~12h 44m|Tentative fare ₹630–₹1,650

  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: Udupi to Munnar

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

Direct trains

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
12:42 AMUdupi
8h 46m77 stops
09:28 AMAngamali
CHANDIGARH - KOCHUVELI Kerala Sampark Kranti Exp#12218 · Sampark Kranti
12:42 AMUdupi
8h 48m80 stops
09:30 AMKarukkutty
Madgaon Ernakulam Weekly Super Fast Express#10215 · Express
01:12 AMUdupi
8h 48m77 stops
10:00 AMAngamali
DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - ERNAKULAM Duronto Exp#12284 · Duronto
04:44 AMUdupi
6h 25m81 stops
11:09 AMAngamali
MUM LTT - ERNAKULAM AC Duronto#12223 · Duronto
07:30 AMUdupi
5h 54m81 stops
01:24 PMAngamali

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.

Udupi to Munnar: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Udupi to Munnar is about 573 km by road, roughly 11.5 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 573 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹21,956 · Ertiga ₹27,973 · Innova ₹29,176 · Innova Crysta ₹35,942 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹49,632
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹630 · AC Seater ₹1,030 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹920 · AC Sleeper ₹1,320 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,650
  • Train: Sleeper ₹370 · Economy ₹600 · Third AC ₹830 · Second AC ₹1,180 · First AC ₹1,630

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

  1. Mangaluru60 km from Udupi

    Karnataka

  2. Perinthalmanna400 km from Udupi
  3. Ottapalam435 km from Udupi

Hotels in Munnar

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Treebo Windsong Resort Munnar

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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 Udupi to Munnar (about 11.5 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 Udupi
Suggested from Munnar's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Munnar trip and see the full Udupi → 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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