How to Reach Munnar – Munnar is a wonderful hill station situated in the state of Kerala. All-time during the year is feasible for tourists but the recommended season is from August – March. Temperature varies from a minimum of 0°C to 28°C. The name Munnar is believed to have been derived from the confluence of the Nallathanni, Mudhirapuzha and Kundaly rivers in the town. Munnar town still retains its colonial charm and is laced with verdant tea gardens, virgin forests, numerous streams, waterfalls, savannahs, rolling hills, scenic valleys, sprawling tea plantations and winding walkways which are attracting thousands of tourists from all parts of the world every year.
If you are planning your Munnar holiday or honeymoon, here is a short note that can be of help to you.
How to Reach Munnar by Car
Munnar is connected to other cities of Kerala and Tamil Nadu by state government public transport buses. Many tour providers arrange packaged bus tours services to Munnar from Cochin. You can also get buses to the cities like Kochi (124 km), Thrissur (148 km), Madurai (152 km) and Thiruvananthapuram (281 km).
How to Reach Munnar By Air
The nearest airport from Munnar is Cochin International airport which is just 125 kilometres away from this beautiful place. Taxi services are also available from the airport to Munnar and usually cost Rs 3000. Cochin airport is well-linked to all the major cities in the country as well as many cities abroad. From Cochin International airport bus & taxi services are also available to reach Munnar. PrepaidTaxis charge a to and fro rate from the airport, so it might be on the costlier side. The other important airport is in Madurai.
How to Reach Munnar By Road
Munnar is connected to other cities of Kerala and Tamil Nadu by state government public transport buses. Many tour providers arrange packaged bus tours services to Munnar from Cochin. You can also get buses to the cities like Kochi (124 km), Thrissur (148 km), Madurai (152 km) and Thiruvananthapuram (281 km). Munnar is well connected with other parts of Kerala & the country. NH-85 connects it with the Indian Cities. Private cars, jeeps etc can be hired to travel by road. The whole intertwined network of state and national highways, make it a much-wanted destination for drivers who want to hit the roads. Moreover, they add to the interconnectivity between Munnar and other metros.
How to Reach Munnar By Train
Munnar is not situated on the rail route and therefore no direct trains run in the town. The Nearest Railway station is at Aluva situated approximately 110 km apart from Munnar. Most of the trains have stoppages at this Aluva station. There are taxi & bus stands at the station available for visiting Munnar with minimal fares. Another station close to is Angamaly, but Aluva has got bigger stations & more stoppages.
If time is the factor then Aluva is the better option as Munnar is closer as compared to Ernakulam. Taxi fare from Aluva is Rs. 2000/- (approx) while from Ernakulam is Rs. 2500/-(approx), so Aluva is relatively cheaper as well. All the taxis are available on pre-paid basis near stations. Although Aluva serves to be the nearest station for local commute, Ernakulam connects Munnar with the major metropolis of India, like, Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata etc. The roads connecting Munnar to Kochi, Ernakulam and Aluva have great upkeep and are maintained by the State as well as Central Governments.
