How to reach kodaikanal

To reach Kodaikanal, you have multiple options depending on your starting point. Here’s a breakdown:

🚌 By Road:

• From Coimbatore: ~175 km (4-5 hours)

  • Route: Coimbatore → Palani → Kodaikanal
  • Regular buses and taxis are available.

• From Madurai: ~120 km (3-4 hours)

  • Route: Madurai → Batlagundu → Kodaikanal
  • Private cabs and TNSTC buses operate frequently.

• From Bangalore: ~465 km (8-9 hours)

  • Route: Bangalore → Salem → Dindigul → Kodaikanal
  • Overnight buses and private taxis are available.

• From Chennai: ~525 km (9-10 hours)

  • Route: Chennai → Trichy → Dindigul → Kodaikanal
  • Overnight buses are the best option.

🚆 By Train:

• Nearest Railway Station: Kodai Road (KQN) – 80 km from Kodaikanal
  • Regular trains from Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, and other cities.
  • From Kodai Road, take a taxi or bus to reach Kodaikanal (2-3 hours).

✈️ By Air:

• Nearest Airport: Madurai Airport (IXM) – 120 km away

  • Well-connected with Chennai, Bangalore, and other cities.
  • You can hire a cab or take a bus to Kodaikanal from the airport.

• Alternate Airports:

  • Coimbatore International Airport (170 km)
  • Trichy International Airport (197 km)