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How to reach

By Train

There is no train service in Munnar, due to the hilly terrain. The nearest railway station is at Aluva, 110KM away. The nearest railhead and major railway junction is in Kochi, 130KM away.

By Road

Munnar is well-connected to the rest of Kerala via NH 85, NH 17, and NH 49. There are state-run and private buses from Kochi, Ernakulam, Aluva, Madurai, Dindigul, Thrissur, Palani, Bangalore, etc. to Munnar. The best way to travel to Munnar is to book a cab from any of the major cities/towns nearby and do a scenic drive. If you are planning to travel from Kochi to Munnar, take a look at this comprehensive guide to make the most of your trip.

By Flight

There is no flight service in Munnar. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 110Km away. There’s also Madurai airport, 164KM away, and Coimbatore airport, 165 KM away. From any of these airports, you have to book an airport taxi to reach Munnar. Hence, the best way to travel to Munnar is by road.

Best time to visit

Whether it is the chilly winters, misty monsoon, or the fully-blossomed spring, Munnar calls for a vacation any time of the year. The typical tourism season is post-monsoon and through spring, between October and May. But if you want to do exclusively wildlife tours and safaris, then, the autumn-winter months make for the best season to visit this hill town.