How to reach Kodaikanal?
Kodaikanal is also termed as the “Princess of Hill Stations.” It is a beautiful city in the hills in the Tamilnadu state of India. The place has been a main tourist attraction of India for years.
If you are planning to visit Kodaikanal and looking for travel options, you have landed at the right page. In this read, we will discuss the possible routes to reach Kodaikanal.
Reaching Kodaikanal by air
You can reach Kodaikanal from either Madurai, Coimbatore, or Trichy airport. The distance between Kodaikanal and Madurai airport is least, about 120 kilometers far. The Trichy airport is 150 kilometers far and the Coimbatore airport is at a distance of about 175 kilometers.
From these airports, you can easily get state transport buses or you can hire a private taxi to reach Kodaikanal.
Reaching Kodaikanal by train
From your city, you can reach Kodai Road via train, which is about 100 kilometers from the main town. From Kodai Road, you will need a taxi to reach your destination. The local taxis are a bit overpriced in Kodaikanal and they don’t usually negotiate.
You can also prefer a private car to Kodai from your city. The travel time would be almost equal to that of the train, plus you can save yourself from the hassle of negotiating with local Taxi drivers.
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Reaching Kodaikanal by road
Regular state transport buses are available from cities like Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, Pondicherry, etc towards Kodaikanal. State transport buses are an economical way to travel, especially if you are backpacking.
If you are traveling with family or friends, you can choose to self-drive or hire a private cab to Kodaikanal. If you are self-driving, please ensure you have sufficient fuel in your car, as there are limited fuel stations in Kodaikanal. Also, prefer to self-drive car if you are an expert, you might encounter steep slopes and blind turns on the way.
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