Chennai to Ooty

Chennai to Ooty

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Chennai to Ooty Schedule

Chennai to Ooty Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any time₹ 19,894
Vkv Travels AC Sleeper 18:50 - 07:25₹ 1,317
Vengai Tours AC Sleeper 20:30 - 06:55₹ 2,657
Sky Bus IN Non-AC Seater 23:40 - 11:50₹ 2,541

Transportation from Chennai to Ooty

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Ooty

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport7h 10m
Earliest Departure7:45 PM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day8
Distance359 kilometers
Transport CompaniesParveen Travels, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Tranz king travels, TravelODesk India, Vetri Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels

How to get from Chennai to Ooty

When you want to get from Chennai to Ooty, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 27.50. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.14.

How far is Chennai from Ooty?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Ooty. Your trip will be a total of 224 miles (359 km). The flying distance is 224 miles (359 km).

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

The travel time from Chennai to Ooty can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Ooty?

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Ooty varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Parveen Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.14 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 27.50.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chennai to Ooty:

  • Bus tickets - USD 15.14 to USD 27.50;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 239.90 to USD 306.61.

How many trips per day are there between Chennai and Ooty?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 19:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:30. There are 8 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Ooty is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chennai to Ooty. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 239.90.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Chennai to Ooty

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Ooty? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to catch a taxi.