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How to Travel from

Chennai to Nilgiris

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Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$242.02
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Mysore
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.77–$127.38
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Calicut
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$127.38

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$267.49
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Calicut
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$50.95–$114.64

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Central to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
7h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.82–$82.80
Train from Chennai Central to Metupalaiyam
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.95–$89.16
Train from Metupalaiyam to Udagamandalam
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.66–$10.19

Bus operators

Sam Tourist Bus

Phone:
080 46333686
Website:
samtourist.com/
Bus from Hosur to Ooty
Ave. Duration:
6h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$28.02

SETC

Phone:
9513948001
Website:
tnstc.in/
Bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Hosur
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.57–$8.92

Parveen Travels

Phone:
18001020999
Website:
parveentravels.com/
Bus from Koyembedu to Ooty
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$21.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to Nilgiris?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Nilgiris is to bus which costs $9.78 - $18.48 and takes 11h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Nilgiris?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Nilgiris is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 55m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Nilgiris?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Koyembedu and arriving at Ooty -Parveen travels. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Nilgiris?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Nilgiris. However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Udagamandalam via Metupalaiyam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h.

How far is it from Chennai to Nilgiris?

The distance between Chennai and Nilgiris is 510 km. The road distance is 557 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to Nilgiris without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to Nilgiris without a car is to train and taxi which takes 8h 35m and costs $27.17 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Nilgiris?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Chennai to Nilgiris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Nilgiris bus from?

Chennai to Nilgiris bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, depart from Koyembedu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Nilgiris train from?

Chennai to Nilgiris train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Where does the Chennai to Nilgiris bus arrive?

Chennai to Nilgiris bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, arrive at Ooty -Parveen travels station.

Where does the Chennai to Nilgiris train arrive?

Chennai to Nilgiris train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Metupalaiyam station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Nilgiris?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Nilgiris is 557 km. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Chennai to Nilgiris.

Where can I stay near Nilgiris?

There are 646+ hotels available in Nilgiris. Prices start at $17.14 per night.
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