Thekkady to Ooty Distance
The road distance between Thekkady and Ooty is approximately 300+ km, and the drive usually takes around 8 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. The fastest way to reach Ooty takes approximately 8 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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Thekkady
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
7h 57m
₹11,204
Onwards
Via Kottayam
Thekkady
Kottayam
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
10h 6m
₹4,067
Onwards
Thekkady
Kottayam
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
11h 4m
₹703
Onwards
Via Muvattupuzha
Thekkady
Muvattupuzha
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
11h 23m
₹682
Onwards
Via Palani
Thekkady
Palani
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
10h 57m
₹1,399
Onwards
Via Thrissur
Thekkady
Thrissur
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
11h 18m
₹667
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Via Cochin
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Thekkady
Cochin
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
11h 20m
₹661
Onwards
Via Madurai
Thekkady
Madurai
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
12h 10m
₹985
Onwards
Via Pathanamthitta
Thekkady
Pathanamthitta
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
12h 10m
₹740
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Via Karur
Thekkady
Karur
Ooty
Approx Travel Time
11h 31m
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Thekkady and Ooty?
The distance between Thekkady and Ooty is approximately 300+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Thekkady and Ooty?
The straight-line distance is approximately 200+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Thekkady to Ooty by road?
It takes around 8 hours by road.
What is the distance from Thekkady to Ooty via Kottayam?
Via Kottayam, the distance is approximately 400+ km, taking around 10 hours.
Does the distance from Thekkady to Ooty change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 300+ km via the direct route to 400+ km via Kottayam, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Thekkady 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 Thekkady and Ooty?
The driving distance is 300+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 200+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
What are the major cities on the way from Thekkady to Ooty by road?
Major cities on the road route from Thekkady to Ooty include: • Tiruppur
What are the major restaurants on the way from Thekkady to Ooty by road?
Major restaurants on the road route from Thekkady to Ooty include: • Adlers Room Restaurant • Mutta Boss • Zodiac • Kailash Parbat • Haribhavanam Avinashi
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