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How to get fromOoty to Kodaikanal Lakeby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ooty to Kodaikanal Lake by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

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    1. Take the bus from Ooty to Palanibus bus 783Ns
    2. Take the taxi from Palani to Kodaikanal Laketaxi taxi
    6h 43m
    ₹711–1,415

  2. Drive 242.5 km

    1. Drive from Ooty to Kodaikanal Lakecar car 242.5 km
    4h 27m
    ₹2,736–3,952

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ooty to Kodaikanal Laketaxi taxi 242.5 km
    4h 27m
    ₹6,000–7,500

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  • Distance: 252.5 km
  • Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Ooty, India and Kodaikanal Lake, India?

There is no direct connection from Ooty to Kodaikanal Lake. However, you can take the bus to Palani then take the taxi to Kodaikanal Lake. Alternatively, you can drive from Ooty to Kodaikanal Lake in around 4h 27m.

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