Chennai to Ooty Distance
The road distance between Chennai and Ooty is approximately 500+ km, and the drive usually takes around 10 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Travellers can also opt for bus services, which generally take 11 hours. Flying is the fastest way to reach Ooty, with a total travel time of approximately 6 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.
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Chennai
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
10h 14m
₹7,595
Onwards
Chennai
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
11h 5m
₹817
Onwards
Via Tirupur
Chennai
Tirupur
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
8h 39m
₹2,664
Onwards
Via Coimbatore
Chennai
Coimbatore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
7h 20m
₹5,518
Onwards
Chennai
Coimbatore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
6h 55m
₹7,485
Onwards
Chennai
Coimbatore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
10h
₹2,408
Onwards
Via Cheyyur
CHEAPEST
Chennai
Cheyyur
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
11h 1m
₹764
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Via Mysore
FASTEST
Chennai
Mysore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
6h
₹10,370
Onwards
Chennai
Mysore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
10h
₹3,039
Onwards
Via Erode
Chennai
Erode
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
8h 42m
₹3,504
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Chennai and Ooty?
The distance between Chennai and Ooty is approximately 500+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Chennai and Ooty?
The straight-line distance is approximately 400+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Chennai to Ooty by road?
It takes around 10 hours by road.
What is the distance from Chennai to Ooty via Tirupur?
Via Tirupur, the distance is approximately 550+ km, taking around 9 hours.
How much does it cost to travel from Chennai to Ooty?
Costs vary by mode — approximately ₹800+ by bus and ₹7550+ by cab.
Does the distance from Chennai to Ooty change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 500+ km via the direct route to 550+ km via Tirupur, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Chennai and Ooty vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Chennai and Ooty?
The driving distance is 500+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 400+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
What are the major cities on the way from Chennai to Ooty by road?
Major cities on the road route from Chennai to Ooty include: • Erode • Salem
What are the major restaurants on the way from Chennai to Ooty by road?
Major restaurants on the road route from Chennai to Ooty include: • Adlers Room Restaurant • Haribhavanam Avinashi • Benchmark Food Court • Sha Biriyani Mess • Adyar Ananda Bhavan
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