Chennai to Munnar Taxi
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Book your Chennai to Munnar taxi with Kushi Taxi, a dedicated drop taxi and online outstation taxi booking service for Tamil Nadu. Choose a Sedan or SUV, request pickup from your address, and travel directly to your destination in Munnar.
The reference journey is approximately 584 km. Allow around 11–13 hours of drive time, excluding meal and rest breaks, with extra time for traffic or diversions. Enter your exact pickup and drop addresses to get a fare estimate for your trip.
One-way fare
Chennai to Munnar Taxi Fare – One Way Cab Prices
How much does a taxi from Chennai to Munnar cost?
For the 584 km reference distance, the estimated base fare for a one-way taxi from Chennai to Munnar works out to ₹9,160 in a Sedan and ₹12,080 in an SUV, with the ₹400 driver allowance in it. Fares include 5% GST. Tolls, parking and other extras are not in these amounts, and your own estimate uses the distance between your exact pickup and drop. Permit applicable for travel between Tamil Nadu and Kerala: ₹500 for a Sedan or ₹1,000 for an SUV, once per booking, paid separately.
One-way taxi fare by vehicle type: an illustration for 584 km, not a quotation
Fares and route details updated
| Cab type | Vehicle image | Indicative base fare | Passengers | Example models |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC SedanComfortable for small families | ![]() | ₹9,160584 × ₹15 + ₹400 | 4 passengers | Etios, Dzire or Aura, or similar |
| AC SUVSpacious for families and groups | ![]() | ₹12,080584 × ₹20 + ₹400 | 6 or 7 passengers(depending on the model) | Innova, Xylo, Carens or Ertiga, or similar |
- In the amount
- ₹400 driver allowance, fuel and an air-conditioned car. Fares include 5% GST.
- Not in the amount
- Toll charges, parking and interstate permits, which the customer pays.
- Tolls
- About ₹670 one way, paid separately. Actual tolls vary with the route and vehicle.
- Permit applicable
- For travel between Tamil Nadu and Kerala: ₹500 for a Sedan or ₹1,000 for an SUV, once per booking, paid separately.
Chennai to Munnar distance, travel time and route
| Trip detail | What to plan for |
|---|---|
| Reference road distance | Approximately 584 km for the reference journey, from a dated map reading; city-to-city trips are commonly around 580–585 km, depending on the addresses and route |
| Driving time | Roughly 11–13 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions |
| Journey with breaks | Allow around 12–14 hours, and longer during heavy traffic or diversions |
| Main corridor | Chennai → Tambaram → Melmaruvathur → Ulundurpet → Musiri → Munnar |
| Approximate one-way tolls | About ₹670, an estimate, separate from the fare above |
| Permit applicable | For travel between Tamil Nadu and Kerala: ₹500 for a Sedan or ₹1,000 for an SUV, once per booking, paid separately. |
Why book your one-way cab with Kushi Taxi?
Kushi Taxi focuses on one-way drop taxi and outstation journeys across Tamil Nadu. Kushi Taxi arranges your trip with an independent owner-driver whose car and documents our team has checked. Our team checks availability and confirms your booking. One support team is there to contact about your trip.
- Door to door: pickup from your home, hotel, office, airport or railway station, and a drop at the address you need.
- One way only: you pay for the one-way distance (minimum 130 km billed), not a return trip.
- People you can reach: customer support is staffed 24/7 on +91 948 711 7000.
How to book your Chennai to Munnar cab
- Enter your trip details. Your exact pickup and drop addresses, and your preferred date and time.
- Choose your car category. Compare the estimate and share your passenger count, luggage and any specific model request.
- Send your booking request. Add your contact details so the team can check availability.
- Review and confirm. Agree the pickup, destination, car category and fare with our team.
Chennai to Munnar Road Route & Highway Conditions
| Journey section | Main highways | Key places along the corridor |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai to Tindivanam | Chennai Bypass Expressway and NH 32, with district roads | Tambaram, Chengalpattu, Madurantakam, Melmaruvathur |
| Tindivanam to Perambalur | NH 132 and NH 38 | Villupuram, Ulundurpet |
| Perambalur to Aravakurichi | SH 142, SH 30, NH 381B, NH 81 and NH 44, with district roads | Thuraiyur, Musiri |
| Aravakurichi to Udumalapettai | SH 21 and SH 97, with district roads | Dharapuram |
| Udumalapettai to Munnar | SH 17, with district roads | — |
The route described here follows Chennai Bypass Expressway and NH 32 from Chennai to Tindivanam (with district roads), NH 132 and NH 38 from Tindivanam to Perambalur, SH 142, SH 30, NH 381B, NH 81 and NH 44 from Perambalur to Aravakurichi (with district roads), SH 21 and SH 97 from Aravakurichi to Udumalapettai (with district roads) and SH 17 from Udumalapettai to Munnar (with district roads); your driver may choose another road for traffic or road works. Part of the way is on state and district roads, which are narrower and slower than the national highways, with town sections and junctions near Chennai and Munnar.
An early-morning departure helps you avoid the busiest city traffic; for overnight travel, confirm the pickup in advance and allow necessary driver breaks. Permit applicable for travel between Tamil Nadu and Kerala: ₹500 for a Sedan or ₹1,000 for an SUV, once per booking, paid separately.
Food stops on the Chennai to Munnar route
| Food stop | Basic location | Where it fits the journey |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Aaryas — near Acharapakkam | GST Road between Thenpakkam and Acharapakkam, on the Chennai–Tindivanam stretch | A first stop on GST Road after Chengalpattu |
| 99 km Coffee Stop — Kandigai | GST Road at Kandigai, between Chengalpattu and Tindivanam, beside the carriageway from Chennai | A coffee stop before Tindivanam |
| Café Udupi Ruchi — Ulundurpet | Sengurichi village, near Ulundurpet, on the Chennai–Trichy highway corridor | A meal stop near Ulundurpet |
| Aswins Veg Restaurant — Perambalur Highway | Kalpadi, Perambalur, on the Chennai–Trichy highway (NH 38) | A vegetarian meal at Perambalur |
| Srinivasa Cafe — Kulithalai | the Trichy–Karur main road at Kulithalai, on NH 81 | A stop at Kulithalai |
These are suggestions from public map listings. Kushi Taxi has not inspected these places and has no arrangement with them; opening hours, facilities and highway access can change, so agree any stop with your driver.
Popular pickup points in Chennai and drop locations in Munnar
Popular pickup points in Chennai
Kushi Taxi serves all places across Chennai, with pickup from your home, apartment, hotel, office, airport or railway station. These are popular pickup areas; enter any other Chennai address in the booking card.
- Chennai International Airport
- Chennai Central
- Egmore Railway Station
- Tambaram
- T. Nagar
- Nungambakkam
- Mylapore
- Anna Nagar
- Koyambedu
- Porur
- Ambattur
- Avadi
- Guindy
- Adyar
- Velachery
- Sholinganallur
- Perambur
- Chromepet
Popular drop locations in Munnar
Request a drop at any of these, or at your specific hotel, home, hospital or business address in Munnar. These are examples, not a restricted list.
- Munnar Town
- Old Munnar
- Munnar Bus Stand
- Eravikulam National Park (Rajamala)
Chennai to Munnar taxi: questions and answers
What is the Chennai to Munnar taxi fare?
For the 584 km reference distance, the estimated base fare is ₹9,160 in a Sedan (₹15/km) and ₹12,080 in an SUV (₹20/km), including the ₹400 driver allowance once. Fares include 5% GST. Tolls, parking and other extras are separate, and your own estimate uses your exact pickup and drop. Permit applicable for travel between Tamil Nadu and Kerala: ₹500 for a Sedan or ₹1,000 for an SUV, once per booking, paid separately.
How far is Chennai from Munnar by road?
About 584 km for the reference journey; city-to-city trips are commonly around 580–585 km, depending on the addresses and route.
How long does a Chennai to Munnar taxi take?
Allow about 11–13 hours of driving, or 12–14 hours with meal and comfort breaks. Heavy traffic, weather or diversions can make the journey longer.
Are tolls included in the fare?
No. Tolls are paid separately: about ₹670 one way on this route, varying with the route and vehicle classification. Permit applicable for travel between Tamil Nadu and Kerala: ₹500 for a Sedan or ₹1,000 for an SUV, once per booking, paid separately.
Can I be picked up anywhere in Chennai?
Yes. Kushi Taxi serves all places across Chennai. Enter your exact pickup address and Munnar destination; the team confirms driver availability and the fare for your journey.
Which car should I choose?
A Sedan seats up to 4 passengers with 2 medium suitcases; an SUV seats 6 or 7 passengers, depending on the model, with 4 pieces. Mention any specific model when you send the request; a model is subject to confirmation.
Is my booking confirmed as soon as I submit the form?
No. Submitting the form sends a booking request. Your trip is confirmed when the Kushi Taxi team confirms availability and the agreed details with you.
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