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

The cheapest way to get from Ooty to Palani is to bus which costs ₹150 - ₹750 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ooty to Palani is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Ooty and Palani?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ooty, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Palani, Tamil Nadu. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ooty and Palani?

No, there is no direct train from Ooty to Palani. However, there are services departing from Udagamandalam and arriving at Palani via Metupalaiyam and Coimbatore Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Ooty to Palani?

The distance between Ooty and Palani is 188 km. The road distance is 188.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ooty to Palani without a car is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs ₹150 - ₹750.

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

The bus from Ooty, Tamil Nadu to Palani, Tamil Nadu takes 6h 29m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ooty to Palani bus from?

Ooty to Palani bus services, operated by PRM Roadways, depart from Ooty, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Ooty to Palani train from?

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

Train or bus from Ooty to Palani?

The best way to get from Ooty to Palani is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs ₹150 - ₹750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,100 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Ooty to Palani bus arrive?

Ooty to Palani bus services, operated by PRM Roadways, arrive at Palani, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Ooty to Palani train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ooty to Palani?

Yes, the driving distance between Ooty to Palani is 188 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ooty to Palani.

Where can I stay near Palani?

There are 520+ hotels available in Palani.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ooty, Tamil Nadu to Palani, Tamil Nadubus Ooty, Tamil Nadu - Palani, Tamil Nadu
6h 29m
₹150–750
Train
1. Take the train from Udagamandalam to Metupalaiyamtrain 06137
2. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Palanitrain 16721
8h 22m
₹382–3,089
Drive 188.3 km
1. Drive from Ooty to Palanicar 188.3 km
3h 15m
₹2,118–3,059
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ooty to Palanitaxi 188.3 km
3h 15m
₹4,700–6,000
Bus via Coimbatore
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 Palani, Tamil Nadubus Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - Palani, Tamil Nadu
6h 35m

Ooty to Palani by bus

21Weekly Buses

6h 29mAverage Duration

₹150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.4 km
Duration: 6h 29m

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

PRM Roadways operates a bus from Ooty, Tamil Nadu to Palani, Tamil Nadu twice daily, and the journey takes 6h 29m. SETC also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Udagamandalam to Palani via Metupalaiyam and Coimbatore Jn in around 8h 22m.

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