Munnar Travel Guide
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How to Reach Munnar
Munnar is one of the most popular hill stations of South India. It has lush green hills, tea plantations, clouds and sunshine all around. As a result, tourists from all over India and other countries come here all round the year. This page talks about How to Reach Munnar via air, rail and road.
Kochi to Munnar
Munnar doesn’t have a airport or rail station of its own. Therefore, most of the tourists reach Kochi first. Subsequently, they reach Munnar by road. Generally, Kochi to Munnar road is kept in good condition all through the year. However, if you are not on a shoe string budget or like to be a true bag packer, hiring your own cab is the most convenient option to reach Munnar.
However, Benefit of having a car on this route are –
i) Firstly, Kochi to Munnar is a beautiful route through the hills and the jungles. In addition, there few beautiful waterfalls are located on this route.
ii) Secondly, Beauty of this route can be fully enjoyed if you are traveling via a car. In addition to the beautiful landscape, you can see few sightseeing spots like – Cheeyappara Falls, Valara Falls, Karadipara View point. Above all, on the way, you can also enjoy a Spice Garden Guided Tour.
iii) Thirdly, quality of Govt and private buses are not good. Moreover, the services are not frequent. As a result, most prefer to travel via car.
iv) In addition, you can directly reach your hotel with all the luggage.
Distance of Munnar from Below Places
Place | Distance (Km) |
|---|---|
Kochi | 110 |
Madurai | 170 |
Thekkady | 90 |
Coimbatore | 160 |
Alleppey | 165 |
How To Reach Munnar By Air
Munnar doesn’t have its own Airport. However, the nearest airport from this beautiful hill station is Kochi at a distance of 110 km.
Nearest Airport – Kochi International Airport (COK), 110 KM from Munnar.
Pros
i) Going to Munnar via Kochi airport is very convenient. In addition, it is time saving option.
ii) Kochi airport to Munnar route is very beautiful. Moreover, there are multiple sightseeing spots on this route.
Cons
i) During season time, ticket prices to Kochi are on the higher side. Therefore, try to book the tickets as early as possible.
ii) However, during bad weather condition, frequent cancellations happen. Therefore, if you plan to visit during monsoon, keep an alternate plan ready.
How To Reach Munnar By Train
Munnar doesn’t have its own station. However, nearest railway station is Aluva at a distance of 110 km.
Pros: Nearest to Munnar. Can reach Munnar in 2.5 to 3 hrs of drive.
Cons: However, Aluva has very limited connectivity with other major railway stations.
Popular Options: Most of the people coming to Munnar by train reaches Ernakulam Junction in Kochi (130 km). Subsequently they take a car or bus to reach Munnar. Similarly, tourists can reach Munnar via Madurai located at a distance of 140 km. Importantly, both Ernakulam and Madurai have good rail connectivity with major cities of India. Further, Munnar can be reached from these places in 5 to 6 hrs by car.
How To Reach Munnar By Bus
Good connectivity and regular bus services with Kochi, Madurai, Coimbatore, Kozhikode, Wayanad and Kodaikanal helps the tourists who are on a budget and like to travel via bus. In addition, there are direct buses coming also from Ernakulam and Bangalore covering the distance in 10 to 11 hrs.
Bus Types and Condition
AC and Non-AC buses including Volvo service is operated by both government and private agencies are available.
Pros – Less travel cost and overnight journey from the above listed places. As a result, you get the entire day of arrival for sightseeing or leisure.
Cons – Long journey on mountain roads are tiring. In addition, you lose the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful landscape compared to rented cab or own car
Information and Reservation
Kerala Road Transport Online Booking – www.keralartc.com
Tamilnadu Road Transport – www.tnstc.in/TNSTCOnline
How To Reach Munnar By Car
Munnar has very good road connectivity with Kochi, Madurai, Alleppey and other places of Kerala. In addition, when you travel via car, you can enjoy the beautiful landscape to its fullest.
Pros – The scenic roads in this region will make you mesmerized with its beauty. Moreover, having a car will ensure you can stop and take snaps or relax whenever you feel like.
Cons – Expensive option; better affordable if traveling in a group.
Munnar Links
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