Is there a direct bus?

No, you must change buses at Coimbatore.

Which is the nearest airport?

Coimbatore International Airport is the closest to Manjoor.

Are there trains from Manjoor?

No, Manjoor does not have a railway station; the nearest is Coimbatore.

How is the road condition?

The roads are generally well-maintained but narrow in the hill sections.

Is it safe for solo travelers?

Yes, the route is well-traveled and safe during daylight hours.

Cuddalore

Train Driving

Manjoor to Cuddalore

Updated: 21 May 2026

The journey from Manjoor to Cuddalore spans approximately 420 km, descending from the Nilgiri hills to the Coromandel Coast. You must first travel by road to Coimbatore, which takes about 4 hours via the winding ghat roads. From Coimbatore, you can board an express train to Cuddalore Port Junction. The route transitions from cool tea estates to the humid coastal plains of the Bay of Bengal. Expect a total travel time of roughly 10 to 12 hours depending on transit connections.

Total Distance: Driving distance is 420 km; straight-line air distance is 310 km.

Fastest Way

Private taxi from Manjoor to Cuddalore, taking 9 hours via NH 544 and NH 79.

Cheapest Way

Bus from Manjoor to Coimbatore followed by a passenger train to Cuddalore, costing around 500 INR.

Compare Manjoor to Cuddalore Routes

Train

Connecting

Duration

12 hours

Avg Price

600-1200 INR

Operator

Southern Railway

Route

Coimbatore Junction to Cuddalore Port Junction

Book the Chemmozhi Express for a convenient overnight connection.

Driving

Direct

Duration

9 hours

Avg Price

3500-5000 INR

Operator

Private Taxi

Route

Manjoor-Kundah-Coimbatore-Salem-Vriddhachalam-Cuddalore

Ensure your vehicle has excellent brakes for the steep descent from Manjoor.

Travel Tips

Ghat Driving
Drive slowly on the Manjoor-Kundah road as it is narrow and prone to fog.
Train Booking
Always book your train tickets from Coimbatore at least two weeks in advance.
Hydration
Carry sufficient water as the climate changes drastically from the hills to the plains.
Bus Timing
Check the TNSTC bus schedule from Manjoor to Coimbatore as frequencies are limited.
Local Transport
Use auto-rickshaws in Cuddalore for short distances; negotiate the fare beforehand.

Safety Tips

Road Safety
Avoid night driving on the ghat sections due to poor visibility and wildlife movement.
Emergency Contacts
Keep local police station numbers for the Nilgiris and Cuddalore districts saved.
Health Precautions
Carry motion sickness medication if you are sensitive to winding hill roads.
Luggage Security
Keep your valuables in a secure bag while traveling on public buses.