How to reach Munnar

Blessed with some splendid green slopes and breathtaking views of myriad tea gardens, Munnar is one of the most popular honeymoon hill destinations in India. A beautiful part of Kerala, Munnar has been attracting weekenders and nature enthusiasts since a long time now. And probably this is the reason that it has become a favourite shooting hub for almost all Bollywood directors. The place can be reached easily by various modes of transport as it is well connected with other parts of the country via air, rail and road. Cochin International Airport and Ernakulam Junction railway station are the nearest aerodrome and railhead, serving the picturesque Munnar, respectively.

By air: How to reach Munnar from Mumbai is a common question and the easiest and the most time saving option is option is flight. Cochin International Airport, situated around 110 km away, is the nearest airport to Munnar. From Mumbai, flights are available for Cochin and from Cochin you have myriad travel options. Bangalore to Munnar flight can also be taken as there are various operators providing direct services from Bangalore to Cochin. Flights are regularly operated by major airlines like Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Srilankan Airlines, Gulf Air and Jet Airways. Travellers can easily avail of bus and taxi services from here to reach Munnar. Kochi airport to Munnar distance can be easily covered within 3 hours owing to the good condition of roads.

By road:
Travelling to Munnar by road can be a marvellous experience as the roads leading to this beautiful place are exceptionally stirring and awe-inspiring. There are regular state buses available from Coimbatore, Kozhikode, Cochin, Wayanad and Madurai. Besides, travellers can drive to Munnar from Coimbatore via NH 69 followed by NH 209 coving a distance of about 150 km. Bangalore to Munnar bus is also available which takes around 10 to 11 hours.
By train:
Ernakulam Junction railway station in Cochin, about 130 km away, is the closest railhead serving Munnar. Trains to Cochin are frequently available as the destination is well connected to major Indian cities by an extensive railway network. There are regular trains from cities like Bangalore, Mangalore, Trivandrum, Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai. From outside the railway station, travellers can avail bus and taxi services to reach Munnar.