Dhanbad to Ooty Distance
The road distance between Dhanbad and Ooty is approximately 2150+ km, and the drive usually takes around 42 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Ooty, with a total travel time of approximately 15 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.
Via Ranchi, Bangalore
RECOMMENDED
Dhanbad
Ranchi
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
16h 47m
₹9,787
Onwards
Dhanbad
Ranchi
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
16h 7m
₹14,736
Onwards
Dhanbad
Ranchi
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
18h 55m
₹9,992
Onwards
Via Durgapur, Bangalore
Dhanbad
Durgapur
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
16h 53m
₹10,520
Onwards
FASTEST
Dhanbad
Durgapur
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
14h 59m
₹15,944
Onwards
Dhanbad
Durgapur
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
17h 21m
₹13,597
Onwards
Dhanbad
Durgapur
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
16h 13m
₹16,034
Onwards
Via Raipur, Chhattisgarh, Bangalore
CHEAPEST
Dhanbad
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
2d 6h 12m
₹3,695
Onwards
Direct Options
Dhanbad
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
1d 17h 34m
₹60,311
Onwards
Via Giridih, Bangalore
Dhanbad
Giridih
Bangalore
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
17h 5m
₹11,042
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Dhanbad and Ooty?
The distance between Dhanbad and Ooty is approximately 2150+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Dhanbad and Ooty?
The straight-line distance is approximately 1700+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Dhanbad to Ooty by road?
It takes around 42 hours by road.
What is the distance from Dhanbad to Ooty via Ranchi?
Via Ranchi, the distance is approximately 1800+ km, taking around 17 hours.
Does the distance from Dhanbad to Ooty change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 2150+ km via the direct route to 1800+ km via Ranchi, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Dhanbad 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 Dhanbad and Ooty?
The driving distance is 2150+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 1700+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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