How to travel from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli, India

The distance between Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 586km (364 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Mangalore (IXE) to Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹10,265($130)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Bengaluru Kempegowda and then to Palpannai.

  • Duration13h 5m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,750($22)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train

Take the train to Tirchrpali Fort.

  • Duration14h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹555($7)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Tiruchirappalli.

  • Duration8h 50m
  • Distance586km (364 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli

There are several options for getting from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹555 ($7) and will take around 14h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,265 ($130).

The distance between Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 586km (364 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 477km (297 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 8h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₹10,265 ($130).

The cheapest way to travel between Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹555 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli. It typically takes around 14h 55m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Mangalore. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 14h 55m.

Indian Railways run train services between Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli. Trains depart once daily and will take around 14h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli. It typically takes around 13h 5m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Mangalaru, Bengaluru Kempegowda, Rashtreeya Vidhyalaya Road and Shanti Nagar Bengaluru. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 13h 5m.

KSRTC and SETC run regular bus services between Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli. Buses run every 2 hours and take around 13h 5m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli. Flights depart from Mangalore (IXE) and arrive at Tiruchirapalli (TRZ) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Mangalore (IXE) and and arrive into Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

The closest major airport to Tiruchchirāppalli is Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ) (TRZ) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli. Madurai International Airport (IXM) (IXM) and Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Mangalore and Tiruchchirāppalli. The distance is around 586km (364 miles) by road and it will take around 8h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ₹10,265 ($130).

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Transport options from Mangalore to Tiruchchirāppalli
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
₹10,265($130)
on demand614km (382 miles)
Bus
13h 5m
₹1,750($22)
every 2 hours706km (439 miles)
Train
14h 55m
₹555($7)
once daily652km (405 miles)
Drive
8h 50m
₹5,570($70)
on demand586km (364 miles)

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Airports near Tiruchchirāppalli

The following major airports near Tiruchchirāppalli offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

TRZ
Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
International Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
IXM
Madurai International Airport (IXM)
International Airport
Distance
126km (78 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
CJB
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
International Airport
Distance
182km (113 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli