What is the cheapest way to get from Ooty to Ottapalam?

The cheapest way to get from Ooty to Ottapalam is to train which costs ₹370 - ₹3,000 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ooty to Ottapalam?

The fastest way to get from Ooty to Ottapalam is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Ooty and Ottapalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Ooty to Ottapalam. However, there are services departing from Ooty, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Palakkad, Kerala via Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ooty and Ottapalam?

No, there is no direct train from Ooty to Ottapalam. However, there are services departing from Udagamandalam and arriving at Ottappalam via Metupalaiyam and Coimbatore Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Ooty to Ottapalam?

The distance between Ooty and Ottapalam is 177 km. The road distance is 148 km.

How do I travel from Ooty to Ottapalam without a car?

The best way to get from Ooty to Ottapalam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Ooty to Ottapalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ooty to Ottapalam bus from?

Ooty to Ottapalam bus services, operated by Shafa Tours And Travels, depart from Ooty, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Ooty to Ottapalam train from?

Ooty to Ottapalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Udagamandalam station.

Train or bus from Ooty to Ottapalam?

The best way to get from Ooty to Ottapalam is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹370 - ₹3,000 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Ooty to Ottapalam bus arrive?

Ooty to Ottapalam bus services, operated by Shafa Tours And Travels, arrive at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Ooty to Ottapalam train arrive?

Ooty to Ottapalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Metupalaiyam station.

Can I drive from Ooty to Ottapalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Ooty to Ottapalam is 148 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Ooty to Ottapalam.

Where can I stay near Ottapalam?

There are 52+ hotels available in Ottapalam.

Ooty to Ottapalam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ooty to Ottapalam by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ooty, Tamil Nadu to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus Ooty, Tamil Nadu - Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Palakkad, Keralabus Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - Palakkad, Kerala
5h 44m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Udagamandalam to Metupalaiyamtrain 06137
2. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Ottappalamtrain 06459 / ...
8h 6m
₹372–2,989
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ooty, Tamil Nadu to Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadubus Ooty, Tamil Nadu - Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Ottappalamtrain 06459 / ...
7h 6m
Drive 148 km
1. Drive from Ooty to Ottapalamcar 148 km
2h 50m
₹1,665–2,405
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ooty to Ottapalamtaxi 148 km
2h 50m
₹3,700–4,400

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Distance: 176.8 km
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Ooty, India and Ottapalam, India?

You can take a bus from Ooty, Tamil Nadu to Ottappalam via Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Palakkad, Kerala, and Palakkad in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Udagamandalam to Ottappalam via Metupalaiyam and Coimbatore Jn in around 8h 6m.

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